expensively-produced
|ex-pen-sive-ly-pro-duced|
B2
/ɪkˈspɛnsɪvli prəˈdjuːst/
(expensive)
high cost
Etymology
Etymology Information
'expensive' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'expensivus,' where 'ex-' meant 'out' and 'pendere' meant 'to weigh or pay.'
Historical Evolution
'expensivus' transformed into the Old French word 'expensif,' and eventually became the modern English word 'expensive' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to weigh out or pay,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'costing a lot of money.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
produced at a high cost or with significant expense.
The film was expensively-produced, featuring top-tier actors and elaborate sets.
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Last updated: 2025/05/30 09:54