unattained
|un-at-tained|
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/ˌʌnəˈteɪnd/
(unattain)
not reached
Etymology
Etymology Information
'unattained' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the verb 'attain', which comes from Old French 'ateindre', meaning 'to reach or achieve'.
Historical Evolution
'ateindre' transformed into the Middle English word 'attainen', and eventually became the modern English word 'attain'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to reach or achieve', and over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'not achieved or reached'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not achieved or reached.
The goal remains unattained despite our efforts.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41