confidently-shaped
|con-fi-dent-ly-shaped|
C1
🇺🇸
/ˈkɑːnfɪdəntli ʃeɪpt/
🇬🇧
/ˈkɒnfɪdəntli ʃeɪpt/
Assured form
Etymology
Etymology Information
'confidently-shaped' originates from the English word 'confident,' which comes from Latin 'confidere,' meaning 'to trust,' combined with 'shape,' from Old English 'sceapian,' meaning 'to form or create.'
Historical Evolution
'Confidently-shaped' combines 'confident' and 'shape,' both of which have retained their meanings over time.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'confident' meant 'trusting,' and 'shape' meant 'to form.' Together, they convey a sense of assured form.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having a form or appearance that exudes confidence.
The sculpture was confidently-shaped, capturing the essence of strength and grace.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/19 18:44