countrified
|coun-tri-fied|
B2
/ˈkʌntrɪfaɪd/
rustic or rural
Etymology
Etymology Information
'countrified' originates from the word 'country,' with the suffix '-fied' indicating transformation into a state or condition.
Historical Evolution
'country' transformed into 'countrified' to describe something made to resemble or embody rural characteristics.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'made to resemble the country,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having the characteristics or qualities of rural life; rustic.
The decor of the restaurant was charmingly countrified.
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Last updated: 2025/01/31 02:02