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feebly-made

|fee-bly-made|

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/ˈfiːbli meɪd/

weakly constructed

Etymology
Etymology Information

'feebly-made' originates from the English word 'feeble,' which comes from the Old French word 'feble,' meaning 'weak.' The suffix '-ly' is used to form adverbs, and 'made' is derived from the Old English 'macian,' meaning 'to make.'

Historical Evolution

'feeble' changed from the Old French word 'feble' and eventually became the modern English word 'feeble.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'feeble' meant 'weak or lacking strength,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

constructed or created in a weak or ineffective manner.

The feebly-made chair collapsed under his weight.

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Last updated: 2025/05/06 06:22