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conveyed

|con-veyed|

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/kənˈveɪd/

(convey)

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Base FormPresent3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent ParticipleNounAdjectiveAdjectiveAdjective
conveyconveysconveysconveyedconveyedconveyingconveyanceunclearconveyedconveyable
Etymology
Etymology Information

'convey' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'conveier,' where 'con-' meant 'together' and 'veier' meant 'to carry.'

Historical Evolution

'conveier' transformed into the Middle English word 'conveien,' and eventually became the modern English word 'convey.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to carry or transport something,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to communicate or express something.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

past tense or past participle form of 'convey'.

The message was conveyed clearly to the audience.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45