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skillfully-performed

|skill-ful-ly-per-formed|

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/ˈskɪlfəli pərˈfɔrmd/

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/ˈskɪlfəli pəˈfɔːmd/

executed with skill

Etymology
Etymology Information

'skillfully-performed' originates from the combination of 'skillful' and 'perform,' where 'skillful' means 'having or showing skill' and 'perform' means 'to carry out an action or task.'

Historical Evolution

'skillful' changed from the Old English word 'sceolful,' and 'perform' from the Old French 'parfornir,' eventually becoming the modern English words 'skillful' and 'perform.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'skillful' meant 'full of skill,' and 'perform' meant 'to complete or finish,' evolving into the current meaning of 'executed with skill and precision.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

executed with skill and precision.

The dance routine was skillfully-performed, earning a standing ovation.

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Last updated: 2025/03/29 01:42