sluggishly-made
|slug-gish-ly-made|
C1
/ˈslʌɡɪʃli meɪd/
slowly created
Etymology
Etymology Information
'sluggishly-made' originates from the English word 'sluggish,' which comes from the Middle English 'slugge,' meaning 'lazy or slow.' The suffix '-ly' is used to form adverbs, and 'made' is the past participle of 'make.'
Historical Evolution
'slugge' transformed into the modern English word 'sluggish,' and eventually combined with 'made' to form 'sluggishly-made.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'slugge' meant 'lazy or slow,' and over time, it evolved into 'sluggish,' retaining the meaning of 'slow or lethargic.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
produced or created in a slow or lethargic manner.
The sluggishly-made decision delayed the project.
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Last updated: 2025/05/21 15:37
