tentatively-shaped
|ten-ta-tive-ly-shaped|
B2
/ˈtɛntətɪvli ʃeɪpt/
(tentative)
uncertain or provisional
Etymology
Etymology Information
'tentative' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'tentativus,' where 'tentare' meant 'to try or attempt.'
Historical Evolution
'tentativus' transformed into the French word 'tentatif,' and eventually became the modern English word 'tentative' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to try or attempt,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'not fully worked out or developed.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having a form or shape that is not fully developed or finalized.
The sculpture was tentatively-shaped, awaiting the artist's final touches.
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Last updated: 2025/04/24 00:40