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diligently-constructed

|dil-i-gent-ly-con-struct-ed|

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/ˈdɪl.ɪ.dʒənt.li kənˈstrʌk.tɪd/

carefully built

Etymology
Etymology Information

'diligently' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'diligentia,' where 'diligere' meant 'to love or take delight in.' 'Constructed' comes from Latin 'constructus,' the past participle of 'construere,' meaning 'to heap together.'

Historical Evolution

'Diligently' changed from the Old French word 'diligent' and eventually became the modern English word 'diligently.' 'Constructed' evolved from the Latin 'constructus' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'diligently' meant 'with love or delight,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'with careful and persistent effort.' 'Constructed' has largely retained its original meaning of 'built or assembled.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

built or created with careful and persistent effort.

The diligently-constructed bridge withstood the storm.

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Last updated: 2025/04/01 05:36