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forcedly-built

|forced-ly-built|

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/ˈfɔrstli bɪlt/

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/ˈfɔːstli bɪlt/

compulsory construction

Etymology
Etymology Information

'forcedly-built' originates from the combination of 'forcedly,' derived from 'force,' and 'built,' the past participle of 'build.'

Historical Evolution

'forcedly' evolved from the Old French word 'forcer,' meaning 'to compel,' and 'built' from the Old English 'byldan,' meaning 'to construct.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'forcedly' meant 'by force,' and 'built' meant 'constructed.' Together, they convey the idea of something constructed under compulsion.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

constructed or assembled in a manner that is not natural or spontaneous, often due to external pressure or compulsion.

The forcedly-built settlement lacked the charm of the surrounding villages.

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