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methodically-decorated

|me-thod-i-cal-ly-de-co-rat-ed|

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/məˈθɒdɪkli ˈdɛkəˌreɪtɪd/

systematic decoration

Etymology
Etymology Information

'methodically-decorated' originates from the combination of 'methodically' and 'decorated'. 'Methodically' comes from the Greek word 'methodikos', meaning 'systematic', and 'decorated' comes from the Latin word 'decoratus', meaning 'adorned'.

Historical Evolution

'methodically' changed from the Greek word 'methodikos' to the English word 'methodical', and 'decorated' evolved from the Latin 'decoratus' to the modern English 'decorate'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'methodically' meant 'systematic', and 'decorated' meant 'adorned'. The combined term 'methodically-decorated' retains these meanings, referring to a systematic approach to decoration.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

decorated in a systematic and organized manner.

The room was methodically-decorated with a minimalist theme.

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Last updated: 2025/07/20 18:05