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English

frequently-executed

|fre-quent-ly-ex-e-cut-ed|

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/ˈfriːkwəntli ˈɛksɪˌkjuːtɪd/

often performed

Etymology
Etymology Information

'frequently' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'frequentia,' where 'frequent-' meant 'crowded or repeated.' 'Executed' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'executus,' where 'ex-' meant 'out' and 'sequi' meant 'follow.'

Historical Evolution

'frequentia' transformed into the Old French word 'frequent,' and eventually became the modern English word 'frequent.' 'Executus' transformed into the Old French word 'executer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'execute.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'frequent' meant 'crowded or repeated,' and 'execute' meant 'to follow out,' but over time they evolved into their current meanings of 'often' and 'to carry out or perform.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

performed or carried out often or repeatedly.

The frequently-executed tasks were optimized for better performance.

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Last updated: 2025/05/04 05:36