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vividly-shaped

|viv-id-ly-shaped|

B2

/ˈvɪvɪdli ʃeɪpt/

distinctly formed

Etymology
Etymology Information

'vividly-shaped' originates from the English word 'vividly,' which comes from the Latin word 'vividus,' meaning 'lively,' and 'shaped,' which is derived from the Old English 'sceapian,' meaning 'to create or form.'

Historical Evolution

'vividly' evolved from the Latin 'vividus' through Middle English, while 'shaped' transformed from the Old English 'sceapian' to the modern English 'shape.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'vividly' meant 'lively or full of life,' and 'shaped' meant 'to form or create.' Together, they convey the idea of something formed in a lively and distinct manner.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

having a clear, distinct, and lively form or outline.

The artist created a vividly-shaped sculpture that caught everyone's attention.

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Last updated: 2025/06/26 14:23