unprofessional
|un-pro-fes-sion-al|
B2
/ˌʌnprəˈfɛʃənl/
(professional)
related to a profession
Etymology
Etymology Information
'unprofessional' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'professional', which comes from Latin 'professio', meaning 'public declaration'.
Historical Evolution
'unprofessional' evolved from the combination of 'un-' and 'professional', which was derived from Middle English 'professioun'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not related to a profession', but over time it evolved to mean 'not adhering to professional standards'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not conforming to the standards or ethics of a profession.
His behavior at the meeting was unprofessional.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41