appropriately-worn
|ap-pro-priate-ly-worn|
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/əˈproʊpriətli wɔrn/
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/əˈprəʊpriətli wɔːn/
suitably attired
Etymology
'appropriately' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'appropriatus,' where 'ad-' meant 'to' and 'proprius' meant 'own.' 'Worn' comes from Old English 'werian,' meaning 'to wear.'
'appropriatus' transformed into the French word 'approprié,' and eventually became the modern English word 'appropriate.' 'Werian' evolved into the modern English word 'worn.'
Initially, 'appropriately' meant 'to make one's own,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'suitable or proper.' 'Worn' has largely retained its original meaning of 'to wear.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
worn in a manner that is suitable or proper for the occasion or context.
The dress was appropriately-worn for the formal event.
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Last updated: 2025/06/24 18:45
