justly-done
|just-ly-done|
B2
/ˈdʒʌstli dʌn/
fairly completed
Etymology
Etymology Information
'justly-done' originates from the English word 'justly,' meaning 'in a fair manner,' and 'done,' meaning 'completed or performed.'
Historical Evolution
'Justly' and 'done' have been used in English since the Middle Ages, with 'justly' deriving from the Latin 'justus' and 'done' from the Old English 'don.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'justly' meant 'in accordance with justice,' and 'done' meant 'completed.' Together, they have maintained the meaning of 'completed in a fair manner.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
performed in a fair and righteous manner.
The decision was justly-done, considering all the evidence.
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Last updated: 2025/05/24 08:08
