distrusted
|dis-trust-ed|
B2
/dɪsˈtrʌstɪd/
(distrust)
lack of trust
Etymology
Etymology Information
'distrust' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'distrusten,' where 'dis-' meant 'lack of' and 'trust' meant 'confidence or faith.'
Historical Evolution
'distrusten' transformed into the modern English word 'distrust' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'lack of confidence or faith,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'distrust'.
She distrusted his intentions after the incident.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40