aptly-expressed
|apt-ly-ex-pressed|
B2
/ˈæptli ɪkˈsprɛst/
suitably conveyed
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aptly-expressed' originates from the combination of 'aptly,' meaning 'in a suitable manner,' and 'expressed,' meaning 'conveyed or communicated.'
Historical Evolution
'aptly' comes from the Middle English word 'apt,' which meant 'suitable or appropriate,' and 'expressed' comes from the Latin word 'expressus,' meaning 'clearly presented.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'aptly-expressed' meant 'suitably conveyed,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
described or conveyed in a manner that is particularly suitable or appropriate.
Her speech was aptly-expressed, capturing the audience's attention.
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Last updated: 2025/07/19 23:57