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tentatively-organized

|ten-ta-tive-ly-or-gan-ized|

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/ˈtɛntətɪvli ˈɔːrɡənaɪzd/

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/ˈtɛntətɪvli ˈɔːɡənaɪzd/

provisionally arranged

Etymology
Etymology Information

'tentatively-organized' is a compound word formed from 'tentative' and 'organized'. 'Tentative' originates from Latin 'tentativus', meaning 'trying, testing', and 'organized' comes from Greek 'organon', meaning 'tool, instrument'.

Historical Evolution

The word 'tentative' evolved from Latin 'tentativus' through Old French 'tentatif', while 'organized' evolved from Greek 'organon' through Latin 'organizare'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'tentative' meant 'trying or testing', and 'organized' meant 'arranged systematically'. Together, they imply a temporary or provisional arrangement.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

arranged or structured in a provisional or temporary manner, subject to change.

The event was tentatively-organized, awaiting final approval.

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Last updated: 2025/04/01 03:13