commonly-supported
|com-mon-ly-sup-port-ed|
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/ˈkɑːmənli səˈpɔːrtɪd/
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/ˈkɒmənli səˈpɔːtɪd/
(support)
assist, bear weight
Etymology
Etymology Information
'support' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'supportare,' where 'sub-' meant 'under' and 'portare' meant 'to carry.'
Historical Evolution
'supportare' transformed into the Old French word 'supporter,' and eventually became the modern English word 'support' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to carry from underneath,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to uphold or endorse.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
widely accepted or endorsed by a majority.
The theory is commonly-supported among scientists.
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Last updated: 2025/04/11 13:07