Dawned: meaning, definitions and examples

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dawned

 

[ dษ”nd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

time of day

The term 'dawned' is the past tense of the verb 'dawn,' which refers to the moment when the day begins, characterized by the first light appearing in the sky before sunrise. It can also imply the onset of a new experience or realization. In a broader sense, 'dawned' can indicate the beginning of something significant or the emergence of awareness. This word is often associated with natural events but can also be metaphorically applied to ideas or insights.

Synonyms

arose, began, emerged, occurred

Examples of usage

  • It dawned on me that I forgot my keys.
  • The day dawned bright and clear.
  • As the realization dawned, I felt a sense of relief.
  • A new era dawned in the world of technology.

Translations

Translations of the word "dawned" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น surgiu

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเฅเคฌเคน เคนเฅเคˆ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช dรคmmerte

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ muncul

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะฒั–ั‚ะฐะฝะพะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ล›witaล‚o

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆ˜Žใ‚‰ใ‹ใซใชใฃใŸ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท se leva

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ amaneciรณ

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ลŸafak sรถktรผ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ƒˆ๋ฒฝ์ด ์™”๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃุตุจุญ ูˆุงุถุญู‹ุง

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ rozjasnilo se

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ zaฤalo svitaลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ ดๆ™“ไบ†

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ svitalo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ birtist

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ะฐาฃ ะฐั‚ั‚ั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ“แƒแƒ˜แƒฌแƒงแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sษ™hษ™r aรงฤฑldฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ amaneciรณ

Etymology

The word 'dawn' originates from the Old English 'dagian', meaning to become day or to shine. It is derived from Proto-Germanic roots, which have cognates in several other Germanic languages. Over time, the word evolved phonetically and semantically, taking on the meaning of the first appearance of light in the morning sky. The transition from the Old English form to Modern English included influences from Middle English, which solidified its use in both literal and figurative contexts. The past tense form 'dawned' has been in use since at least the 14th century, marking its deep-rooted presence in the English lexicon. The word encapsulates the beauty of beginnings, both in nature and life experiences, capturing a significant moment of transition.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,978, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.