Langimage
English

deliberately-formed

|de-lib-er-ate-ly-formed|

C1

🇺🇸

/dɪˈlɪbərətli fɔrmd/

🇬🇧

/dɪˈlɪbərətli fɔːmd/

intentional creation

Etymology
Etymology Information

'deliberately-formed' originates from the English word 'deliberate,' which comes from the Latin word 'deliberatus,' meaning 'considered carefully.' The suffix '-ly' is used to form adverbs, and 'formed' is derived from the Old English 'formian,' meaning 'to shape or create.'

Historical Evolution

The term 'deliberately-formed' evolved from the combination of 'deliberate' and 'formed,' emphasizing the intentional aspect of creation.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'deliberate' meant 'to weigh or consider,' but over time, it evolved to imply intentionality in actions or creations.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

created or constructed with careful thought and intention.

The sculpture was deliberately-formed to evoke a sense of peace.

Synonyms

Antonyms

Last updated: 2025/03/21 13:40