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truth-centered

|truth-centered|

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/truːθ ˈsɛntərd/

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/truːθ ˈsɛntəd/

focused on truth

Etymology
Etymology Information

'truth-centered' is a compound word formed from 'truth' and 'centered'. 'Truth' originates from Old English 'trēowþ', meaning 'faith, fidelity, loyalty, veracity', and 'centered' comes from the word 'center', which originates from Latin 'centrum', meaning 'center'.

Historical Evolution

'Truth' evolved from Old English 'trēowþ' to Middle English 'treuthe', and eventually became the modern English word 'truth'. 'Centered' evolved from the Latin 'centrum' to the Old French 'centre', and eventually became the modern English word 'centered'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'truth' meant 'faith or fidelity', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'the quality or state of being true'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

focused on or revolving around the concept of truth.

The philosopher's arguments were truth-centered, aiming to uncover the reality behind appearances.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45