hastily-made
|has-ti-ly-made|
B2
/ˈheɪstɪli meɪd/
quickly constructed
Etymology
Etymology Information
'hastily-made' originates from the English word 'hasty,' which comes from the Old French word 'hastif,' meaning 'speedy' or 'urgent.'
Historical Evolution
'hasty' evolved from the Old French 'hastif' and combined with 'made' to form the modern English term 'hastily-made.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'hasty' meant 'speedy' or 'urgent,' but in combination with 'made,' it evolved to imply a lack of thoroughness or care.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
constructed or completed in a rushed or hurried manner, often resulting in lower quality.
The hastily-made decision led to several unforeseen problems.
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Last updated: 2025/02/21 10:05