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conventionally-changed

|con-ven-tion-al-ly-changed|

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/kənˈvɛnʃənəli-tʃeɪndʒd/

modified by norms

Etymology
Etymology Information

'conventionally-changed' originates from the word 'convention,' which comes from Latin 'conventio,' meaning 'a coming together.' The suffix '-ally' indicates an adverbial form, and 'changed' is derived from Old French 'changier,' meaning 'to alter or exchange.'

Historical Evolution

'Convention' evolved from Latin 'conventio' to Old French 'convention,' and 'change' from Old French 'changier' to Middle English 'chaungen.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'convention' meant 'a formal meeting or assembly,' but over time it evolved to mean 'an accepted practice or standard.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

altered or modified in a manner that adheres to established norms or conventions.

The design was conventionally-changed to meet industry standards.

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