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undecorated

|un/de/co/rat/ed|

B2

/ʌnˈdɛkəˌreɪtɪd/

plain, unadorned

Etymology
Etymology Information

'undecorated' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'decorated' from Latin 'decoratus', where 'decorare' meant 'to adorn'.

Historical Evolution

'decoratus' transformed into the English word 'decorate', and with the addition of the prefix 'un-', it became 'undecorated'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'not adorned', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

not adorned or embellished; plain or simple in appearance.

The room was undecorated, with bare walls and minimal furniture.

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Last updated: 2025/01/26 19:21