conceiving
|con-ceiv-ing|
B2
/kənˈsiːvɪŋ/
(conceive)
possibly imagined
Etymology
Etymology Information
'conceive' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'concipere,' where 'con-' meant 'together' and 'capere' meant 'to take.'
Historical Evolution
'concipere' transformed into the Old French word 'concevoir,' and eventually became the modern English word 'conceive' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to take in or receive,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to form an idea or plan.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'conceive'.
She is conceiving a new plan for the project.
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Last updated: 2025/04/22 17:20