unclearly-given
|un-clear-ly-giv-en|
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/ʌnˈklɪrli ˈɡɪvən/
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/ʌnˈklɪəli ˈɡɪvən/
(unclear)
lack of clarity
Etymology
Etymology Information
'unclear' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and 'clear' from Latin 'clarus' meaning 'bright, clear'. 'Given' is the past participle of 'give', from Old English 'giefan'.
Historical Evolution
'unclear' evolved from Middle English 'uncleere', and 'given' from Old English 'giefen'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'unclear' meant 'not bright', but evolved to mean 'not understandable'. 'Given' has retained its meaning of 'bestowed or provided'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not provided in a clear or understandable manner.
The instructions were unclearly-given, leading to confusion.
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Last updated: 2025/04/10 22:05