swiftly-ruined
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/ˈswɪftli-ˈruːɪnd/
quick destruction
Etymology
Etymology Information
'swiftly-ruined' originates from the combination of 'swiftly,' meaning 'quickly,' and 'ruined,' meaning 'destroyed or damaged.'
Historical Evolution
'swiftly' and 'ruined' have been used separately in English since the Middle Ages, but their combination into 'swiftly-ruined' is a modern construct.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'swiftly' meant 'quickly' and 'ruined' meant 'destroyed,' and this combination retains the same meaning in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
describing something that has been destroyed or damaged quickly.
The swiftly-ruined castle stood as a testament to the power of the storm.
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Last updated: 2025/05/15 20:05