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vividly-linked

|viv-id-ly-linked|

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/ˈvɪvɪdli-lɪŋkt/

clear connection

Etymology
Etymology Information

The term 'vividly-linked' combines 'vividly,' from Latin 'vividus,' meaning 'lively,' and 'linked,' from Old English 'hlencan,' meaning 'to join or connect.'

Historical Evolution

'Vividly' evolved from the Latin 'vividus' through Middle English, while 'linked' transformed from Old English 'hlencan' to the modern English 'link.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'vividly' meant 'lively or full of life,' and 'linked' meant 'to join or connect.' Together, they now describe a clear and striking connection.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

describes something that is connected in a very clear, detailed, and striking manner.

The two events were vividly-linked in her memory.

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