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immorally-executed

|im-mor-al-ly-ex-e-cut-ed|

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/ɪˈmɔrəli ˈɛksɪˌkjutɪd/

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/ɪˈmɒrəli ˈɛksɪˌkjuːtɪd/

unethically performed

Etymology
Etymology Information

'immorally-executed' originates from the combination of 'immoral' and 'executed', where 'immoral' comes from Latin 'immoralis', meaning 'not conforming to moral standards', and 'executed' from Latin 'executus', meaning 'carried out'.

Historical Evolution

'immoralis' transformed into the Old French 'immoral', and 'executus' into the Old French 'executer', eventually forming the modern English term 'immorally-executed'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'immoral' meant 'not conforming to moral standards', and 'executed' meant 'carried out'. Together, they evolved to describe actions performed unethically.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

performed in a manner that is considered unethical or against moral principles.

The plan was immorally-executed, leading to widespread criticism.

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Last updated: 2025/05/16 01:35