unrequited
|un-re-quit-ed|
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/ˌʌnrɪˈkwaɪtɪd/
unreturned love
Etymology
Etymology Information
'unrequited' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'unrequiten,' where 'un-' meant 'not' and 'requiten' meant 'to repay or return.'
Historical Evolution
'unrequiten' transformed into the modern English word 'unrequited' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not repaid or returned,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not returned or reciprocated, especially in the context of love or affection.
She felt a deep sense of sadness due to her unrequited love.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41