inappropriately-bestowed
|in-ap-pro-pri-ate-ly-be-stowed|
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/ˌɪnəˈproʊpriətli bɪˈstoʊd/
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/ˌɪnəˈprəʊpriətli bɪˈstəʊd/
(bestow)
to give or confer
Etymology
Etymology Information
'bestow' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'bistowen,' where 'bi-' meant 'by' and 'stow' meant 'place.'
Historical Evolution
'bistowen' transformed into the modern English word 'bestow' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to place or put,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to give or grant something.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
given or granted in a manner that is not suitable or proper.
The award was inappropriately-bestowed upon someone who did not meet the criteria.
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Last updated: 2025/04/03 12:25