incorrectly-conducted
|in-cor-rect-ly-con-duct-ed|
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/ˌɪnkəˈrɛktli kənˈdʌktɪd/
(conduct)
lead, organize
Etymology
Etymology Information
'conduct' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'conducere,' where 'con-' meant 'together' and 'ducere' meant 'to lead.'
Historical Evolution
'conducere' transformed into the Old French word 'conduire,' and eventually became the modern English word 'conduct' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to lead or bring together,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to organize or carry out.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
performed or carried out in a manner that is not correct or proper.
The experiment was incorrectly-conducted, leading to unreliable results.
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Last updated: 2025/06/30 15:34