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chaotically-built

|cha-ot-i-cal-ly-built|

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/keɪˈɒtɪkli-bɪlt/

disorganized construction

Etymology
Etymology Information

'chaotically-built' originates from the word 'chaos,' which comes from the Greek word 'khaos,' meaning 'abyss' or 'void.'

Historical Evolution

'chaos' evolved from the Greek 'khaos' to the Latin 'chaos,' and eventually became the modern English word 'chaos.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'chaos' referred to a 'vast chasm' or 'void,' but over time it evolved to mean 'complete disorder or confusion.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

constructed or arranged in a disorganized or haphazard manner.

The city was chaotically-built, with narrow streets and mismatched buildings.

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Last updated: 2025/03/19 00:04