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dependably-performed

|de-pend-a-bly-per-formed|

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/dɪˈpɛndəbli pərˈfɔrmd/

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/dɪˈpɛndəbli pəˈfɔːmd/

reliable execution

Etymology
Etymology Information

'dependably-performed' is a compound word formed from 'dependably' and 'performed'. 'Dependably' originates from the Latin word 'dependere', meaning 'to hang down' or 'to rely on', while 'performed' comes from the Old French 'parfournir', meaning 'to complete' or 'to carry out'.

Historical Evolution

'dependably' evolved from the Latin 'dependere' through Middle English 'depender', and 'performed' evolved from Old French 'parfournir' to Middle English 'performen'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'dependably' meant 'in a manner that can be relied upon', and 'performed' meant 'to carry out'. The compound 'dependably-performed' retains these meanings, emphasizing reliability in execution.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

executed in a reliable and consistent manner.

The project was dependably-performed, meeting all deadlines and quality standards.

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Last updated: 2025/06/15 13:28