purposely-exhibited
|pur-pose-ly-ex-hib-it-ed|
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/ˈpɜːrpəsli ɪɡˈzɪbɪtɪd/
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/ˈpɜːpəsli ɪɡˈzɪbɪtɪd/
(exhibit)
display publicly
Etymology
Etymology Information
'exhibit' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'exhibere,' where 'ex-' meant 'out' and 'habere' meant 'to hold.'
Historical Evolution
'exhibere' transformed into the Old French word 'exhiber,' and eventually became the modern English word 'exhibit' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to hold out or present,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to display or show.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
displayed or shown with a specific intention or purpose.
The artist's work was purposely-exhibited to provoke thought.
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Last updated: 2025/05/23 00:03