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correctly-executed

|cor-rect-ly-ex-e-cut-ed|

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/kəˈrɛktli ˈɛksɪˌkjutɪd/

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/kəˈrɛktli ˈɛksɪˌkjuːtɪd/

accurate execution

Etymology
Etymology Information

'correctly-executed' originates from the combination of 'correctly' and 'executed', where 'correctly' is derived from Latin 'correctus', meaning 'set right', and 'executed' from Latin 'executus', meaning 'carried out'.

Historical Evolution

'correctly-executed' evolved from the combination of the words 'correctly' and 'executed', which were used separately in Middle English and later combined in modern English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'correctly' meant 'in a correct manner' and 'executed' meant 'carried out'. The combination retains the original meanings, emphasizing accuracy in execution.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

performed or carried out in a manner that is accurate and free from errors.

The project was correctly-executed, meeting all the client's specifications.

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Last updated: 2025/04/21 08:52