inventively-done
|in-ven-tive-ly-done|
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/ɪnˈvɛntɪvli dʌn/
(inventive)
creative originality
Etymology
Etymology Information
'inventive' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'inventivus,' where 'invenire' meant 'to find or discover.'
Historical Evolution
'inventivus' transformed into the French word 'inventif,' and eventually became the modern English word 'inventive' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to find or discover,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'creative or original.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
executed in a creative or original manner.
The project was inventively-done, showcasing unique solutions.
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Last updated: 2025/05/18 10:36