unshapely
|un-shape-ly|
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/ʌnˈʃeɪpli/
lacking shape
Etymology
Etymology Information
'unshapely' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'shapely', which comes from Middle English 'schapli', meaning 'well-formed'.
Historical Evolution
'schapli' transformed into the modern English word 'shapely', and with the addition of the prefix 'un-', it became 'unshapely'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'shapely' meant 'well-formed', and with the prefix 'un-', it evolved to mean 'lacking a pleasing shape'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
lacking a pleasing or regular shape.
The sculpture was unshapely, with uneven edges and a rough surface.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42