peacefully-built
|peace-ful-ly-built|
/ˈpiːsfəli bɪlt/
calm construction
Etymology
'peacefully-built' originates from the English word 'peaceful,' which comes from the Old French word 'paisible,' meaning 'peaceful,' and 'built,' from the Old English 'byldan,' meaning 'to construct.'
'peaceful' evolved from the Old French 'paisible' and 'built' from the Old English 'byldan,' eventually forming the modern English term 'peacefully-built.'
Initially, 'peaceful' meant 'full of peace,' and 'built' meant 'constructed.' Together, they evolved to describe something constructed in a peaceful manner.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
constructed or developed in a manner that is calm, tranquil, and free from disturbance or conflict.
The community was peacefully-built, with gardens and parks surrounding the homes.
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Last updated: 2025/03/29 07:56
