enthusiastically-returned
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/ɪnˌθuːziˈæstɪkli rɪˈtɜːrnd/
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/ɪnˌθjuːziˈæstɪkli rɪˈtɜːnd/
eagerly given back
Etymology
'enthusiastically-returned' originates from the combination of 'enthusiastically' and 'returned'. 'Enthusiastically' comes from the Greek word 'enthousiasmos', meaning 'inspired or possessed by a god', and 'returned' is derived from the Old French 'retourner', meaning 'to turn back'.
'enthusiastically' evolved from the Greek 'enthousiasmos' through Latin 'enthusiasmus', while 'returned' transformed from Old French 'retourner' to Middle English 'returnen'.
Initially, 'enthusiastically' meant 'inspired by a divine force', but now it means 'with great eagerness'. 'Returned' has maintained its meaning of 'coming back'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
describes an action or response that is done with great enthusiasm and eagerness.
The gift was enthusiastically-returned by the grateful recipient.
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Last updated: 2025/04/12 08:15