argumentatively-settled
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/ˌɑːrɡjəˈmɛntətɪvli ˈsɛtəld/
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/ˌɑːɡjʊˈmɛntətɪvli ˈsɛtəld/
resolved through debate
Etymology
'argumentatively-settled' originates from the combination of 'argumentatively' and 'settled'. 'Argumentatively' comes from 'argument', which originates from Latin 'argumentum', meaning 'evidence, ground, support, proof'. 'Settled' comes from Old English 'setlan', meaning 'to place, put, fix'.
'Argumentatively' evolved from 'argument' and 'settled' from 'setlan', eventually forming the modern English term 'argumentatively-settled'.
Initially, 'argumentatively' meant 'in a manner of argument', and 'settled' meant 'resolved'. Together, they evolved to mean 'resolved through argument'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
resolved through debate or discussion, often involving strong opinions or arguments.
The issue was argumentatively-settled after a long meeting.
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Last updated: 2025/04/01 02:07