deadened
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B2
/ˈdɛdnd/
(deaden)
reduce intensity
Etymology
Etymology Information
'deaden' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'dēadian', where 'dēad' meant 'dead'.
Historical Evolution
'dēadian' transformed into the Middle English word 'deden', and eventually became the modern English word 'deaden'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make dead or dull', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to make less intense or lively'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'deaden'.
The sound was deadened by the thick walls.
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