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lazily-produced

|la-zi-ly-pro-duced|

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/ˈleɪzɪli prəˈdjuːst/

(lazy)

unwilling to work

Base FormComparativeSuperlativeNounAdverb
lazylazierlaziestlazinesslazily
Etymology
Etymology Information

'lazy' originates from Middle Low German, specifically the word 'lasich,' where 'las-' meant 'weak or feeble.' 'Produce' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'producere,' where 'pro-' meant 'forward' and 'ducere' meant 'to lead.'

Historical Evolution

'lazy' changed from the Middle English word 'lasy' and eventually became the modern English word 'lazy.' 'Produce' transformed from the Old French word 'produire' and eventually became the modern English word 'produce.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'lazy' meant 'weak or feeble,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'unwilling to work or use energy.' 'Produce' initially meant 'to lead forward,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

created or made with minimal effort or care.

The report was lazily-produced, lacking depth and detail.

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Last updated: 2025/05/21 16:54