mellow
|mel-low|
B2
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/ˈmɛloʊ/
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/ˈmɛləʊ/
soft and relaxed
Etymology
Etymology Information
'mellow' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'melwe,' where it meant 'ripe or soft.'
Historical Evolution
'melwe' transformed into the modern English word 'mellow' through gradual phonetic changes.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'ripe or soft,' but over time it evolved into its current meanings of 'relaxed' and 'pleasant.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to become more relaxed or pleasant.
The wine will mellow with age.
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Adjective 1
(of a person's character) relaxed, easygoing, and good-natured.
After a few years, he became more mellow and approachable.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40