surprisingly-advanced
|sur-pris-ing-ly-ad-vanced|
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/sərˈpraɪzɪŋli ədˈvænst/
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/səˈpraɪzɪŋli ədˈvɑːnst/
(advanced)
unexpectedly developed
Etymology
Etymology Information
'advanced' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'avancer,' where 'avant' meant 'before' or 'forward.'
Historical Evolution
'avancer' transformed into the Middle English word 'avauncen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'advance.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to move forward,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'developed or improved.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
exceeding expectations in development or progress.
The technology in the new smartphone is surprisingly advanced.
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Last updated: 2025/04/23 01:34