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hazardously-constructed

|haz-ard-ous-ly-con-struct-ed|

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/ˈhæzərdəsli kənˈstrʌktɪd/

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/ˈhæzədəsli kənˈstrʌktɪd/

(hazardous)

involving risk

Base FormNounAdverb
hazardoushazardousnesshazardously
Etymology
Etymology Information

'hazardous' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'hasard,' where 'hasard' meant 'game of chance.' 'Constructed' comes from Latin, specifically the word 'constructus,' where 'con-' meant 'together' and 'struere' meant 'to build.'

Historical Evolution

'hazardous' changed from the Old French word 'hasard' and eventually became the modern English word 'hazardous.' 'Constructed' evolved from the Latin 'constructus' through Middle English 'constructen.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'hazardous' meant 'related to a game of chance,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'dangerous or risky.' 'Constructed' has largely retained its original meaning of 'built or assembled.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

built or assembled in a manner that poses a risk or danger.

The bridge was hazardously-constructed, leading to its eventual collapse.

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Last updated: 2025/03/21 14:25