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deliberately-resolved

|de-lib-er-ate-ly-re-solved|

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/dɪˈlɪbərətli rɪˈzɑːlvd/

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/dɪˈlɪbərətli rɪˈzɒlvd/

carefully decided

Etymology
Etymology Information

'deliberately' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'deliberatus,' where 'de-' meant 'down' and 'liberare' meant 'to weigh.' 'Resolved' comes from Latin 'resolvere,' where 're-' meant 'again' and 'solvere' meant 'to loosen.'

Historical Evolution

'deliberatus' transformed into the Old French word 'deliberer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'deliberate.' 'Resolvere' transformed into the Old French word 'resolver,' and eventually became the modern English word 'resolve.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'deliberate' meant 'to weigh down,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'carefully considered.' 'Resolve' initially meant 'to loosen again,' but now means 'to find a solution.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

having been decided or determined with careful thought and intention.

The committee's decision was deliberately-resolved after hours of discussion.

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Last updated: 2025/05/05 01:58