unenthusiastically-built
|un-en-thusi-as-ti-cal-ly-built|
/ˌʌnɪnˌθjuːziˈæstɪkli-bɪlt/
(enthusiastically-built)
energetic construction
Etymology
'unenthusiastically-built' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the phrase 'enthusiastically-built', where 'enthusiastically' comes from 'enthusiasm' meaning 'intense and eager enjoyment, interest, or approval'.
'enthusiastically' changed from the Greek word 'enthousiasmos' and eventually became the modern English word 'enthusiasm'.
Initially, 'enthusiasm' meant 'possession by a god', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'intense and eager enjoyment, interest, or approval'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
constructed or assembled without enthusiasm or excitement.
The house was unenthusiastically-built, lacking any personal touch or creativity.
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Last updated: 2025/04/16 06:13