defeatedly
|de-feat-ed-ly|
B2
/dɪˈfiːtɪdli/
(defeated)
in a manner of loss
Etymology
Etymology Information
'defeatedly' originates from the word 'defeat', which comes from Old French 'defait', meaning 'undone' or 'destroyed'.
Historical Evolution
'defait' transformed into the Middle English word 'defeten', and eventually became the modern English word 'defeat'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to undo or destroy', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to win against someone'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that shows loss or failure.
He walked away defeatedly after losing the match.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45