brightly-formed
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/ˈbraɪtli fɔrmd/
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/ˈbraɪtli fɔːmd/
vividly shaped
Etymology
The term 'brightly-formed' is a compound word combining 'brightly,' an adverb from Old English 'beorhtlice,' meaning 'in a bright manner,' and 'formed,' the past participle of 'form,' from Latin 'formare,' meaning 'to shape.'
'Brightly' evolved from Old English 'beorhtlice,' while 'formed' comes from Latin 'formare,' through Old French 'former.'
Initially, 'brightly' meant 'in a bright manner,' and 'formed' meant 'shaped.' The compound 'brightly-formed' retains these meanings, emphasizing vividness in appearance.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having a vivid or striking appearance, often in terms of color or shape.
The artist's sculpture was brightly-formed, catching everyone's attention.
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Last updated: 2025/06/10 21:16