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inventively-crafted

|in-ven-tive-ly-craft-ed|

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/ɪnˈvɛntɪvli ˈkræftɪd/

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/ɪnˈvɛntɪvli ˈkrɑːftɪd/

creatively made

Etymology
Etymology Information

'inventively' originates from 'inventive,' which comes from Latin 'inventivus,' meaning 'able to find out.' 'Crafted' comes from Old English 'cræftan,' meaning 'to build or make.'

Historical Evolution

'inventive' evolved from the Latin 'inventivus' through Old French 'inventif,' and 'crafted' from Old English 'cræftan' to modern English 'craft.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'inventive' meant 'able to find out,' but now it implies creativity and originality. 'Crafted' has retained its meaning of 'to make or build.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

created with originality and skill.

The inventively-crafted sculpture drew admiration from all who saw it.

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Last updated: 2025/03/11 06:11