loosely-governed
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/ˈluːsli ˈɡʌvərnd/
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/ˈluːsli ˈɡʌvənd/
lax governance
Etymology
Etymology Information
'loosely-governed' originates from the combination of 'loose' and 'govern', where 'loose' meant 'not tight' and 'govern' meant 'to control or regulate'.
Historical Evolution
'loose' and 'govern' were combined in modern English to form 'loosely-governed', reflecting a state of governance that is not strict.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'loose' meant 'not tight' and 'govern' meant 'to control', but together they evolved to describe a governance style that is not strict.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
characterized by a lack of strict control or regulation.
The region was loosely-governed, allowing for more personal freedoms.
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Last updated: 2025/05/04 09:27