unanimated
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/ʌnˈænɪˌmeɪtɪd/
lacking life or spirit
Etymology
Etymology Information
'unanimated' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'animated' from Latin 'animatus', where 'anima' meant 'soul' or 'life'.
Historical Evolution
'unanimated' was formed by adding the prefix 'un-' to 'animated', which came from the Latin word 'animatus'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not having life or spirit', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/02/03 10:06