simply-made
|sim-ply-made|
B1
/ˈsɪmpli meɪd/
straightforward construction
Etymology
Etymology Information
'simply' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'simplus,' where 'sim-' meant 'one' and '-plus' meant 'fold.' 'Made' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'macian,' meaning 'to create or build.'
Historical Evolution
'simply' changed from the Latin word 'simplus' and eventually became the modern English word 'simply.' 'Made' evolved from the Old English word 'macian' to the modern English 'made.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'simply' meant 'in a single fold or layer,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'in a straightforward manner.' 'Made' has largely retained its original meaning of 'to create or build.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/06/10 23:00
