correctly-given
|cor-rect-ly-giv-en|
B2
/kəˈrɛktli ˈɡɪvən/
accurately provided
Etymology
Etymology Information
The term 'correctly-given' is a compound adjective formed from 'correctly' and 'given'. 'Correctly' originates from the Latin 'correctus', meaning 'set right', and 'given' comes from the Old English 'giefan', meaning 'to bestow'.
Historical Evolution
'Correctly' evolved from the Latin 'correctus' through Old French 'correct', while 'given' transformed from Old English 'giefan' to the modern English 'give'.
Meaning Changes
The term has consistently meant 'accurately provided' since its formation.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
accurately or appropriately provided or stated.
The instructions were correctly-given, ensuring everyone understood the task.
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Last updated: 2025/03/31 02:50