unconventionally-applied
|un-con-ven-tion-al-ly-ap-plied|
/ˌʌnkənˈvɛnʃənəli əˈplaɪd/
non-standard usage
Etymology
'unconventionally-applied' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not', the root 'convention' from Latin 'conventio' meaning 'agreement', and the suffix '-ally' indicating 'in a manner of'. 'Applied' comes from Latin 'applicare' meaning 'to attach'.
'unconventionally-applied' evolved from the combination of 'unconventional' and 'applied', reflecting a modern usage in English.
Initially, 'unconventional' meant 'not based on or conforming to what is generally done', and 'applied' meant 'put to practical use'. Together, they evolved to describe something used in a non-standard way.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
used in a manner that deviates from the norm or standard application.
The artist's unconventionally-applied techniques brought a fresh perspective to the traditional art form.
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Last updated: 2025/05/26 19:10