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indifferently-formed

|in-dif-fer-ent-ly-formed|

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/ɪnˈdɪfərəntli fɔrmd/

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/ɪnˈdɪfərəntli fɔːmd/

unremarkable form

Etymology
Etymology Information

'indifferently-formed' originates from the combination of 'indifferent' and 'formed', where 'indifferent' meant 'without interest or concern' and 'formed' meant 'having a particular shape or structure'.

Historical Evolution

'Indifferent' changed from the Latin word 'indifferens' and 'formed' from the Old English 'formian', eventually becoming the modern English word 'indifferently-formed'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'indifferent' meant 'not different or distinct', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'without interest or concern'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

having a form or structure that is not distinct or remarkable.

The sculpture was indifferently-formed, lacking any unique features.

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Last updated: 2025/05/06 01:14