hastily-done
|has-ti-ly-done|
B2
/ˈheɪstɪli dʌn/
(hasty)
quickly, without delay
Etymology
Etymology Information
'hastily-done' originates from the word 'hasty,' which comes from Middle English 'hasti,' derived from Old French 'hastif,' meaning 'speedy' or 'urgent.'
Historical Evolution
'hastif' transformed into the Middle English word 'hasti,' and eventually became the modern English word 'hasty.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'speedy or urgent,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'done quickly, often carelessly.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/04/04 19:36
