Communicated

Part of speech: verb

Pronunciation: /kəˈmjuːnɪkeɪtɪd/

Definitions

1. To have shared ideas, messages, or emotions through spoken, written, or nonverbal means to facilitate understanding between individuals
2. The act of expressing and relaying information or feelings to others using diverse methods such as speaking, writing, or gesturing
3. To have conveyed thoughts, information, or sentiments to others by means of various forms such as verbal, written, or non-verbal communication methods

Etymology: The verb in question traces its roots back to the Latin verb "communicare," which means "to share" or "to make common." This Latin term itself derives from "communis," meaning "common" or "shared by all." The notion embedded in this root is fundamentally about the act of sharing something between individuals or groups, which neatly aligns with the modern sense of exchanging information or ideas. Entering English around the late Middle Ages, the verb initially carried the sense of sharing or imparting something tangible, such as goods or property. Over time, this broadened to include intangible elements like thoughts, feelings, or information. By the 15th and 16th centuries, the word was firmly established in English with the primary meaning of transmitting knowledge or messages from one person to another. The past tense form under discussion follows a straightforward pattern of English verb conjugation, where the suffix "-ed" is added to the base verb to indicate completed action. This morphological process reflects the word’s long-standing integration into English grammar and usage. Today, the term not only encompasses the basic act of conveying information but also extends into specialized contexts such as communication technology, psychological processes, and social interactions, all of which hinge on the central concept of making something common or shared among parties.

Synonyms: conveyed, disclosed, shared

Antonyms: withheld, concealed