elegantly-performed
|el-e-gant-ly-per-formed|
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/ˈɛlɪɡəntli pərˈfɔrmd/
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/ˈɛlɪɡəntli pəˈfɔːmd/
graceful execution
Etymology
Etymology Information
'elegantly-performed' originates from the combination of 'elegant' and 'perform,' where 'elegant' meant 'graceful' and 'perform' meant 'to carry out an action.'
Historical Evolution
'elegant' and 'perform' were combined in modern English to form the compound adjective 'elegantly-performed.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'elegant' meant 'graceful' and 'perform' meant 'to carry out an action,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
executed with grace and style.
The ballet was elegantly-performed, captivating the audience.
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Last updated: 2025/03/31 19:53