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unconventionally-changed

|un-con-ven-tion-al-ly-changed|

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/ˌʌnkənˈvɛnʃənəli-tʃeɪndʒd/

non-standard alteration

Etymology
Etymology Information

'unconventionally-changed' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not,' combined with 'conventionally,' which comes from 'convention,' meaning 'a way in which something is usually done,' and 'changed,' from the verb 'change,' meaning 'to make or become different.'

Historical Evolution

'Unconventionally' evolved from the Latin 'conventio,' meaning 'agreement,' and 'changed' from the Old French 'changier,' meaning 'to alter.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'unconventionally' meant 'not in accordance with convention,' and 'changed' meant 'altered.' Together, they describe something altered in a non-standard way.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

altered in a manner that does not conform to traditional or standard practices.

The artist's unconventionally-changed style drew both praise and criticism.

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Last updated: 2025/04/24 20:06