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elegantly-done

|el-e-gant-ly-done|

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/ˈɛlɪɡəntli dʌn/

graceful execution

Etymology
Etymology Information

'elegantly-done' originates from the English word 'elegant,' which comes from the Latin word 'elegans,' meaning 'tasteful' or 'refined.'

Historical Evolution

'elegans' transformed into the Old French word 'elegant,' and eventually became the modern English word 'elegant.' The phrase 'elegantly-done' combines 'elegant' with 'done' to describe something completed with style.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'elegant' meant 'tasteful' or 'refined,' and over time, it evolved to describe anything done with grace and style.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

executed with grace and style.

The wedding was elegantly-done, with every detail meticulously planned.

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Last updated: 2025/04/04 16:28