honestly-gained
|hon-est-ly-gained|
B2
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/ˈɑːnɪstli ɡeɪnd/
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/ˈɒnɪstli ɡeɪnd/
fairly acquired
Etymology
Etymology Information
'honestly-gained' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'honest,' where 'honestus' meant 'honorable' and 'gain' from Old French 'gaigner,' meaning 'to earn or win.'
Historical Evolution
'honestus' transformed into the English word 'honest,' and 'gaigner' became 'gain,' eventually forming the compound adjective 'honestly-gained.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'honestus' meant 'honorable,' and 'gaigner' meant 'to earn or win,' evolving into the modern meaning of 'acquired in a fair manner.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
acquired or obtained in a fair and truthful manner.
He was proud of his honestly-gained wealth.
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Last updated: 2025/04/17 09:00