undebated
|un-de-bat-ed|
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/ˌʌn.dɪˈbeɪ.tɪd/
(debate)
formal discussion
Etymology
Etymology Information
'undebated' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'debate', which comes from Old French 'debatre', meaning 'to fight' or 'to contend'.
Historical Evolution
'debatre' transformed into the Middle English word 'debaten', and eventually became the modern English word 'debate'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'debate' meant 'to fight or contend', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to discuss or argue'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not discussed or argued over; accepted without question.
The decision was undebated and quickly implemented.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41