surprisingly-established
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/sərˈpraɪzɪŋli ɪˈstæblɪʃt/
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/səˈpraɪzɪŋli ɪˈstæblɪʃt/
(establish)
set up or prove
Etymology
Etymology Information
'establish' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'establir,' where 'es-' meant 'out' and 'stabilire' meant 'to make stable.'
Historical Evolution
'establir' transformed into the Middle English word 'establisshen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'establish.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make stable or firm,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to set up or found something.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
unexpectedly well-founded or recognized.
The startup became surprisingly-established in the tech industry.
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Last updated: 2025/05/14 15:29