client-driven
|cli-ent-driv-en|
B2
/ˈklaɪənt ˌdrɪvən/
client-focused
Etymology
Etymology Information
'client-driven' originates from the combination of 'client' and 'driven', where 'client' refers to a customer or patron, and 'driven' implies being motivated or propelled by something.
Historical Evolution
'client' comes from the Latin word 'cliens', meaning 'follower', and 'driven' is the past participle of 'drive', from Old English 'drīfan'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'driven' meant 'propelled or moved by force', but in this context, it evolved to mean 'motivated by the needs of clients'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
focused on or influenced by the needs and preferences of clients.
The company adopted a client-driven approach to improve customer satisfaction.
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Last updated: 2025/03/03 14:18