unpredictably-decayed
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/ˌʌnprɪˈdɪktəbli dɪˈkeɪd/
(decay)
decomposition
Etymology
Etymology Information
'decay' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'decaïr,' where 'de-' meant 'down' and 'caïr' meant 'to fall.'
Historical Evolution
'decaïr' transformed into the Middle English word 'decayen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'decay.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to fall down or decline,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to decompose or deteriorate.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
in a state of decay that occurs in an unpredictable manner.
The old building was unpredictably-decayed, with parts of the structure crumbling unexpectedly.
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Last updated: 2025/04/14 18:28