surprisingly-concluded
|sur-pris-ing-ly-con-clud-ed|
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/sərˈpraɪzɪŋli kənˈkluːdɪd/
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/səˈpraɪzɪŋli kənˈkluːdɪd/
(conclude)
bringing to an end
Etymology
Etymology Information
'conclude' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'concludere,' where 'con-' meant 'together' and 'cludere' meant 'to shut.'
Historical Evolution
'concludere' transformed into the Old French word 'conclure,' and eventually became the modern English word 'conclude' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to shut together,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to bring to an end.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
an unexpected or unforeseen conclusion or result.
The movie had a surprisingly-concluded ending that left the audience in awe.
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Last updated: 2025/06/14 12:32