analysed
|an-a-lysed|
B2
/ˈæn.ə.laɪzd/
(analyse)
break down and examine
Etymology
Etymology Information
'analysed' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'analyein,' where 'ana-' meant 'up' and 'lyein' meant 'to loosen.'
Historical Evolution
'analyein' transformed into the French word 'analyser,' and eventually became the modern English word 'analyse' through Middle English. 'Analysed' is the past tense and past participle form.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to break up or loosen up,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to examine in detail.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/07/28 06:36
