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intentionally-backed

|in-ten-tion-al-ly-backed|

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/ɪnˈtɛnʃənəli-bækt/

deliberate support

Etymology
Etymology Information

'intentionally-backed' originates from the combination of 'intentionally' and 'backed'. 'Intentionally' comes from the Latin word 'intentio', meaning 'a stretching out', and 'backed' is derived from the Old English 'bæc', meaning 'support'.

Historical Evolution

'intentionally' evolved from the Latin 'intentio' through Old French 'intencion', while 'backed' evolved from Old English 'bæc'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'intentionally' meant 'with intention or purpose', and 'backed' meant 'supported'. The combined term 'intentionally-backed' retains these meanings, emphasizing deliberate support.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

supported or endorsed with deliberate intent.

The project was intentionally-backed by several influential investors.

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Last updated: 2025/06/28 04:04