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expectedly-ended

|ex-pect-ed-ly-end-ed|

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/ɪkˈspɛktɪdli ˈɛndɪd/

foreseen conclusion

Etymology
Etymology Information

'expectedly-ended' originates from the combination of 'expectedly' and 'ended', where 'expectedly' is derived from the Latin 'expectare', meaning 'to look out for', and 'ended' from Old English 'endian', meaning 'to bring to a close'.

Historical Evolution

'expectedly-ended' combines the adverb 'expectedly' and the past participle 'ended', forming a compound adjective used in modern English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'expectedly' meant 'in a manner that was anticipated', and 'ended' meant 'brought to a close'. Together, they describe a conclusion that was foreseen.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

having concluded in a manner that was anticipated or foreseen.

The meeting was expectedly-ended after the final presentation.

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Last updated: 2025/06/01 19:38