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haphazardly-designed

|hap-haz-ard-ly-de-signed|

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/hæpˈhæzərdli dɪˈzaɪnd/

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/hæpˈhæzədli dɪˈzaɪnd/

chaotic design

Etymology
Etymology Information

'haphazardly-designed' originates from the combination of 'haphazardly' and 'designed'. 'Haphazardly' comes from 'haphazard', which originates from the Middle English word 'hap', meaning 'chance', and 'hazard', meaning 'risk'.

Historical Evolution

'Haphazard' evolved from the Middle English 'hap' and 'hazard', and 'designed' comes from the Latin 'designare', meaning 'to mark out'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'haphazard' meant 'by chance', but over time it evolved to imply a lack of order or planning.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

created or constructed without a clear plan or order, often resulting in a chaotic or disorganized appearance.

The building was haphazardly-designed, with rooms placed in random locations.

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Last updated: 2025/03/18 04:38