externally-inflicted
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/ɪkˈstɜrnəli ɪnˈflɪktɪd/
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/ɪkˈstɜːnəli ɪnˈflɪktɪd/
(inflict)
cause suffering
Etymology
Etymology Information
'inflict' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'inflictus,' where 'in-' meant 'into' and 'fligere' meant 'to strike.'
Historical Evolution
'inflictus' transformed into the French word 'inflicter,' and eventually became the modern English word 'inflict' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to strike or hit,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to impose something unpleasant.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
caused or imposed from outside sources.
The damage to the building was externally-inflicted.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42