unjustly-bestowed
|un-just-ly-be-stowed|
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/ʌnˈdʒʌstli bɪˈstoʊd/
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/ʌnˈdʒʌstli bɪˈstəʊd/
(bestow)
to give or confer
Etymology
Etymology Information
'bestow' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'bistowen,' where 'bi-' meant 'by' and 'stow' meant 'place.'
Historical Evolution
'bistowen' transformed into the modern English word 'bestow' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to place or put,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to give or grant something.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
given or granted in an unfair or undeserved manner.
The title was unjustly-bestowed upon him, despite his lack of qualifications.
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Last updated: 2025/04/01 14:02