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unhurriedly

|un/hur/ried/ly|

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/ʌnˈhɜːrɪdli/

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/ʌnˈhʌrɪdli/

(unhurried)

not rushed

Base FormAdverb
unhurriedunhurriedly
Etymology
Etymology Information

'unhurriedly' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'hurried,' which comes from the Middle English 'hurrien,' meaning 'to move with haste.'

Historical Evolution

'hurried' changed from the Middle English word 'hurrien' and eventually became the modern English word 'hurried.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to move with haste,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'not rushed.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adverb 1

in a manner that is not rushed or hurried.

She walked unhurriedly through the park, enjoying the scenery.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39