deservedly-bestowed
|de-serv-ed-ly-be-stowed|
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/dɪˈzɜrvɪdli bɪˈstoʊd/
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/dɪˈzɜːvɪdli bɪˈstəʊd/
rightfully given
Etymology
Etymology Information
'deservedly-bestowed' originates from the combination of 'deservedly' and 'bestowed', where 'deservedly' means 'in a manner that is rightfully earned' and 'bestowed' means 'given or awarded'.
Historical Evolution
'deservedly' comes from the Old French 'deservir', and 'bestowed' comes from the Old English 'bestōwian'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'deservedly' meant 'rightfully earned', and 'bestowed' meant 'given'. The combination retains the original meanings.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
given or awarded in a manner that is rightfully earned or merited.
The medal was deservedly-bestowed upon the brave soldier.
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Last updated: 2025/03/31 03:12