expectedly-based
|ex-pect-ed-ly-based|
C1
/ɪkˈspɛktɪdli-beɪst/
based on expectations
Etymology
Etymology Information
'expectedly-based' originates from the English word 'expect,' which comes from the Latin word 'expectare,' where 'ex-' meant 'out' and 'spectare' meant 'to look.'
Historical Evolution
'expectare' transformed into the Old French word 'expecter,' and eventually became the modern English word 'expect' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to look out for something,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to anticipate or foresee.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
derived or formed based on what is expected or anticipated.
The project's success was expectedly-based on thorough research and planning.
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Last updated: 2025/05/22 20:01
