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enthusiastically-formed

|en-thusi-as-ti-cal-ly-formed|

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/ɪnˌθuːziˈæstɪkli-fɔːrmd/

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/ɪnˌθjuːziˈæstɪkli-fɔːmd/

eagerly shaped

Etymology
Etymology Information

'enthusiastically-formed' originates from the combination of 'enthusiastically' and 'formed', where 'enthusiastically' is derived from the Greek word 'enthousiasmos', meaning 'inspiration or possession by a god', and 'formed' from the Latin 'formare', meaning 'to shape or mold'.

Historical Evolution

'enthusiastically' evolved from the Greek 'enthousiasmos' through Latin and Old French, while 'formed' transitioned from Latin 'formare' through Old French 'former'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'enthusiastically' meant 'inspired by a god', but over time it evolved to mean 'with great eagerness or zeal'. 'Formed' has largely retained its original meaning of 'shaped or molded'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

created or shaped with great enthusiasm or eagerness.

The enthusiastically-formed team quickly became the best in the league.

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Last updated: 2025/04/23 21:11