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sporadically-created

|spo-rad-i-cal-ly-cre-at-ed|

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/spəˈrædɪkli-kriˈeɪtɪd/

irregularly made

Etymology
Etymology Information

'sporadically' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'sporadikós,' where 'spora' meant 'scattered.' 'Created' comes from Latin, specifically the word 'creare,' meaning 'to make or produce.'

Historical Evolution

'sporadikós' transformed into the Medieval Latin word 'sporadicus,' and eventually became the modern English word 'sporadic.' 'Creare' evolved into the Old French word 'creer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'create.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'sporadic' meant 'scattered or dispersed,' and 'create' meant 'to make or produce.' These meanings have largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

created in an irregular or infrequent manner.

The artist's work was sporadically-created, with new pieces appearing every few months.

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Last updated: 2025/03/14 23:06