unprofessionally-built
|un-pro-fes-sion-al-ly-built|
C1
/ʌnprəˈfɛʃənəli bɪlt/
poorly constructed
Etymology
Etymology Information
'unprofessionally-built' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not,' combined with 'professionally,' derived from 'profession,' and 'built,' from the verb 'build.'
Historical Evolution
'unprofessionally-built' evolved from the combination of 'unprofessional' and 'built,' reflecting a negative connotation of construction quality.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not built by professionals,' and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
constructed in a manner that lacks professional standards or expertise.
The unprofessionally-built house had numerous structural issues.
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Last updated: 2025/03/31 21:32