unexpectedly-amended
|un-ex-pect-ed-ly-a-mend-ed|
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/ˌʌnɪkˈspɛktɪdli əˈmɛndɪd/
(amend)
compensation
Etymology
Etymology Information
'amend' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'amender,' where 'a-' meant 'to' and 'mend' meant 'to correct or improve.'
Historical Evolution
'amender' transformed into the Middle English word 'amenden,' and eventually became the modern English word 'amend.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to correct or improve,' and over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to make changes or modifications.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
changed or modified in a way that was not anticipated.
The contract was unexpectedly-amended just before the signing.
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Last updated: 2025/04/25 08:45