doubtfully-constructed
|doubt-ful-ly-con-struct-ed|
/ˈdaʊtfəli kənˈstrʌktɪd/
questionable structure
Etymology
'doubtfully-constructed' originates from the combination of 'doubtfully' and 'constructed'. 'Doubtfully' comes from 'doubt', which originates from Latin 'dubitare', meaning 'to hesitate'. 'Constructed' comes from Latin 'construere', meaning 'to build together'.
'Doubtfully' evolved from Middle English 'douten', and 'constructed' evolved from Middle English 'constructen'.
Initially, 'doubtfully' meant 'with hesitation', and 'constructed' meant 'built'. Together, they imply a structure built with questionable integrity.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
built or formed in a manner that raises questions about its stability or correctness.
The bridge was doubtfully-constructed, leading to concerns about its safety.
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Last updated: 2025/04/29 07:21