meticulously-created
|me-tic-u-lous-ly-cre-at-ed|
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/məˈtɪkjələsli-kriˈeɪtɪd/
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/məˈtɪkjʊləsli-kriˈeɪtɪd/
(meticulously-create)
carefully made
Etymology
'meticulously' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'meticulosus,' where 'metus' meant 'fear.' 'Create' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'creare,' meaning 'to make or produce.'
'Meticulosus' transformed into the French word 'méticuleux,' and eventually became the modern English word 'meticulous.' 'Creare' transformed into the French word 'créer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'create.'
Initially, 'meticulous' meant 'full of fear,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'showing great attention to detail.' 'Create' has largely retained its original meaning of 'to make or produce.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
created with great attention to detail and precision.
The artist's meticulously-created sculpture was admired by all.
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Last updated: 2025/03/15 15:24
