Indite: meaning, definitions and examples
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indite
[ ɪnˈdaɪt ]
to compose
To indite means to write or compose something, especially a formal or literary letter or document. It is often used in historical or poetic contexts. The term suggests a level of creativity or artistry in the writing process.
Synonyms
compose, draft, pen, script, write.
Examples of usage
- She decided to indite a letter to her long-lost friend.
- The poet would indite verses inspired by nature.
- The author took time to indite his thoughts in a journal.
- He was known to indite eloquent speeches for public occasions.
Translations
Translations of the word "indite" in other languages:
🇵🇹 inditar
🇮🇳 लेखन करना
🇩🇪 verfassen
🇮🇩 menulis
🇺🇦 передати
🇵🇱 napisać
🇯🇵 記す
🇫🇷 inditer
🇪🇸 inditar
🇹🇷 yazmak
🇰🇷 작성하다
🇸🇦 يكتب
🇨🇿 sepsat
🇸🇰 napísať
🇨🇳 撰写
🇸🇮 narediti
🇮🇸 skrifa
🇰🇿 жазу
🇬🇪 წერა
🇦🇿 yazmaq
🇲🇽 inditar
Etymology
The word 'indite' comes from the Middle English term 'inditen', which itself is derived from the Old French 'inditer' meaning 'to dictate'. The roots trace back further to the Latin 'indictare', which means 'to declare, announce, or proclaim'. The evolution of the word reflects the historical shift from dictation and declaration to the more artistic and creative connotations of writing and composing in modern English. Initially used in legal and clerical contexts for document creation, it has evolved to often signify a more expressive, literary endeavor, encapsulating the essence of creativity in writing. Although 'indite' is less commonly used today, it carries a nuanced flavor of formality and artistry that appeals to writers and poets.