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unstably-built

|un-stab-ly-built|

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/ʌnˈsteɪbli bɪlt/

(unstable)

not stable

Base FormComparativeSuperlativeAdverb
unstablemore unstablemost unstableunstably
Etymology
Etymology Information

'unstably-built' originates from the English word 'unstable,' which is derived from the Latin word 'instabilis,' where 'in-' meant 'not' and 'stabilis' meant 'standing firm.'

Historical Evolution

'unstable' changed from the Latin word 'instabilis' and eventually became the modern English word 'unstable.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'not standing firm,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'lacking stability.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

constructed in a manner that lacks stability or firmness.

The bridge was deemed unstably-built and required immediate repairs.

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Last updated: 2025/03/18 22:47