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predictably-ended

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/prɪˈdɪktəbli ˈɛndɪd/

expected conclusion

Etymology
Etymology Information

'predictably-ended' originates from the combination of 'predictably' and 'ended'. 'Predictably' comes from 'predict', which originates from Latin, specifically the word 'praedicere', where 'prae-' meant 'before' and 'dicere' meant 'to say'.

Historical Evolution

'predictably' changed from the Latin word 'praedicere' and eventually became the modern English word 'predict'. 'Ended' comes from Old English 'endian', meaning 'to bring to an end'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'predict' meant 'to say before', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to foresee or anticipate'. 'Ended' has largely retained its original meaning of 'to bring to a conclusion'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

having concluded in a manner that was expected or foreseen.

The movie was predictably-ended, with the hero saving the day.

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Last updated: 2025/05/24 05:01