rarely-suggested
|rare-ly-sug-gest-ed|
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/ˈrɛrli-səˈdʒɛstɪd/
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/ˈreəli-səˈdʒɛstɪd/
(suggest)
propose or imply
Etymology
Etymology Information
'suggest' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'suggerere,' where 'sub-' meant 'under' and 'gerere' meant 'to carry.'
Historical Evolution
'suggerere' transformed into the Old French word 'suggerer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'suggest' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to carry under or bring up,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to propose or put forward an idea.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not often proposed or put forward as an option or idea.
The solution was rarely-suggested during the meeting.
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Last updated: 2025/04/06 11:55