predictably-unaltered
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/prɪˈdɪktəbli-ʌnˈɔltərd/
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/prɪˈdɪktəbli-ʌnˈɔːltəd/
(unaltered)
not changed
Etymology
Etymology Information
'unaltered' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'un' meaning 'not' and 'altered' from Latin 'alterare' meaning 'to change'.
Historical Evolution
'unaltered' changed from the Middle English word 'unalterd' and eventually became the modern English word 'unaltered'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not changed', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
remaining unchanged in a manner that can be anticipated or expected.
The landscape remained predictably-unaltered despite the passing years.
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Last updated: 2025/05/28 06:55