pro-corporate
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/proʊˈkɔːrpərət/
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/prəʊˈkɔːpərət/
supporting corporations
Etymology
Etymology Information
'pro-corporate' originates from the prefix 'pro-' meaning 'in favor of' and 'corporate' from Latin 'corporatus', meaning 'formed into a body'.
Historical Evolution
'corporatus' transformed into the English word 'corporate', and the prefix 'pro-' was added to form 'pro-corporate'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'in favor of corporate interests', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
favoring or supporting corporations, often at the expense of other interests.
The politician's pro-corporate stance was evident in his policies.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45