elegantly-done
|el-e-gant-ly-done|
B2
/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
