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lethargically-developed

|le-thar-gi-cal-ly-de-vel-oped|

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/ləˈθɑrdʒɪkli dɪˈvɛləpt/

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/lɪˈθɑːdʒɪkli dɪˈvɛləpt/

slowly developed

Etymology
Etymology Information

'lethargically-developed' originates from the Greek word 'lēthargia,' where 'lēthargia' meant 'forgetfulness' or 'drowsiness,' combined with the English word 'develop,' which comes from the Old French 'desveloper,' meaning 'to unwrap.'

Historical Evolution

'lethargia' transformed into the Latin 'lethargicus,' and eventually became the modern English word 'lethargic.' 'Develop' evolved from the Old French 'desveloper' to the modern English 'develop.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'lethargic' meant 'drowsy or forgetful,' but over time it evolved to mean 'sluggish or lacking energy.' 'Develop' has largely retained its meaning of 'to grow or expand.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

describing something that has developed in a slow or sluggish manner, lacking energy or enthusiasm.

The project was lethargically-developed, taking much longer than anticipated.

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Last updated: 2025/04/29 22:12