imaginatively-designed
|i-mag-i-na-tive-ly-de-signed|
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/ɪˈmædʒɪnətɪvli dɪˈzaɪnd/
(imaginative)
creative thinking
Etymology
Etymology Information
'imaginative' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'imaginativus,' where 'imagin-' meant 'image or likeness.'
Historical Evolution
'imaginativus' transformed into the Old French word 'imaginatif,' and eventually became the modern English word 'imaginative.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to images or likenesses,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'creative or inventive.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
created or planned with creativity and originality.
The building was imaginatively-designed, featuring unique shapes and colors.
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Last updated: 2025/03/09 08:31