pronouncement
|pro-nounce-ment|
B2
/prəˈnaʊnsmənt/
formal statement
Etymology
Etymology Information
'pronouncement' originates from Middle French, specifically the word 'prononcement', where 'prononcer' meant 'to pronounce'.
Historical Evolution
'prononcement' transformed into the English word 'pronouncement' during the 15th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to pronounce or declare something', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a formal statement'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a formal or authoritative statement or declaration.
The president made a pronouncement on the new policy.
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