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decisively-formed

|de-ci-sive-ly-formed|

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/dɪˈsaɪsɪvli fɔrmd/

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/dɪˈsaɪsɪvli fɔːmd/

clearly defined

Etymology
Etymology Information

'decisively-formed' originates from the combination of 'decisively' and 'formed'. 'Decisively' comes from the Latin word 'decidere', meaning 'to decide', and 'formed' comes from the Latin 'formare', meaning 'to shape'.

Historical Evolution

'Decidere' transformed into the Old French word 'decider', and eventually became the modern English word 'decide'. 'Formare' transformed into the Old French word 'former', and eventually became the modern English word 'form'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'decidere' meant 'to cut off' or 'to decide', and 'formare' meant 'to shape'. Over time, these meanings evolved into the current usage of 'decisively-formed', meaning 'clearly defined'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

having a shape or structure that is clearly defined or determined with certainty.

The sculpture was decisively-formed, leaving no room for interpretation.

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Last updated: 2025/04/12 15:08