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meticulously-evaluated

|me-tic-u-lous-ly-e-val-u-at-ed|

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/məˈtɪkjələsli ɪˈvæljueɪtɪd/

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/məˈtɪkjʊləsli ɪˈvæljueɪtɪd/

detailed assessment

Etymology
Etymology Information

'meticulously' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'meticulosus,' where 'metus' meant 'fear.' 'Evaluate' originates from French, specifically the word 'évaluer,' where 'é-' meant 'out' and 'valuer' meant 'value.'

Historical Evolution

'Meticulosus' transformed into the English word 'meticulous,' and 'évaluer' transformed into the English word 'evaluate,' eventually forming the compound adjective 'meticulously-evaluated.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'meticulous' meant 'full of fear,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'showing great attention to detail.' 'Evaluate' has largely retained its original meaning of 'assessing value.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

examined or assessed with great attention to detail and precision.

The meticulously-evaluated report highlighted every minor discrepancy.

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Last updated: 2025/04/16 22:11