deliberately-supported
|de-lib-er-ate-ly-sup-port-ed|
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/dɪˈlɪbərətli səˈpɔrtɪd/
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/dɪˈlɪbərətli səˈpɔːtɪd/
(support)
assist, bear weight
Etymology
'deliberately' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'deliberatus,' where 'de-' meant 'down' and 'liberare' meant 'to weigh or balance.' 'Support' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'supportare,' where 'sub-' meant 'under' and 'portare' meant 'to carry.'
'deliberatus' transformed into the Old French word 'deliberer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'deliberate.' 'Supportare' transformed into the Old French word 'supporter,' and eventually became the modern English word 'support.'
Initially, 'deliberate' meant 'to weigh or consider carefully,' and 'support' meant 'to carry from underneath.' Over time, 'deliberately-supported' evolved to mean 'intentionally backed or upheld.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
intentionally backed or upheld by someone or something.
The project was deliberately-supported by the local government to ensure its success.
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Last updated: 2025/06/28 03:47
