Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

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Uneducated

adjective
/ʌnˈedjʊkeɪtɪd/

lacking education; not having received formal schooling or training

"Many uneducated workers struggle to find well-paying jobs."

adjective
/ˌʌnɪmˈplɔɪəbəl/

Not able to be employed; lacking the skills or qualities necessary for employment

"Due to his criminal record, he was considered unemployable in most companies."

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Unemployed

adjective
/ʌnɪmˈplɔɪd/

without a job; not having paid work

"He has been unemployed for six months now."

noun
/ˌʌnɪmˈplɔɪmənt/

the state of not having a paid job despite being able and willing to work

"High unemployment is a major issue in the country."

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Unending

adjective
/ʌnˈendɪŋ/

continuing forever; without end

"The unending rain made the day feel gloomy."

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Unequal

adjective
/ʌnˈiːkwəl/

not the same in quantity, size, or value; not fair or just

"The distribution of wealth is unequal in many countries."

adjective
/ˌʌnɪˈkwɪvəkəl/

Leaving no doubt; clear and unambiguous

"She gave an unequivocal answer to the question."

adverb
/ʌnˈɜːrɪŋli/

Without making any mistakes; always accurate

"The archer aimed unerringly at the target."

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Uneven

adjective
/ʌnˈiːvən/

not level or smooth; not regular or consistent

"The road was uneven and full of potholes."

adjective
/ˌʌnɪkˈsɛpʃənəbl/

Not open to objection; acceptable and unobjectionable

"His behavior was unexceptionable throughout the event."

adjective
/ˌʌnɪkˈspɛktɪd/

not anticipated or predicted; surprising

"We had an unexpected visitor last night."

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Unfair

adjective
/ʌnˈfɛər/

not based on or behaving according to the principles of equality or justice

"It’s unfair to blame her for the team’s failure."

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unfairly

adverb
/ʌnˈfɛərli/

In a manner that is not just, reasonable, or impartial

"He was treated unfairly by the committee."

adjective
/ʌnˈfeɪθ.fəl/

not loyal or true to a spouse, partner, or commitment

"He was unfaithful to his wife for many years."

noun
/ʌnˈfeɪθfʊlnəs/

the quality of being disloyal or not faithful; breach of trust or fidelity

"His unfaithfulness led to the end of their marriage."

adjective
/ʌnˈfɔːltərɪŋ/

Steady and resolute; not weakening or hesitating

"She continued with unfaltering determination."

adjective
/ʌnfəˈmɪl.jər/

not known or recognized; strange

"The city was unfamiliar to me since I had never been there before."

adjective
/ʌnˈfeɪv(ə)rəbəl/

not beneficial or advantageous; showing disapproval or opposition

"The proposal received an unfavorable response from the committee."

adjective
/ʌnˈfeɪ.vər.ə.bəl/

not helpful or advantageous; adverse

"The weather conditions were unfavourable for our outdoor event."

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adjective
/ʌnˈfeɪnd/

genuine; not pretended or insincere

"She expressed unfeigned joy at her friend's success."

verb
/ʌnˈfɛtər/

to release from restraint or restriction; to free

"The new law will unfetter small businesses from excessive regulations."

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unfettered

adjective
/ʌnˈfɛtərd/

not restricted or confined; free

"The artist enjoyed unfettered freedom of expression."

adjective
/ʌnˈfɪt/

not in good physical condition; unsuitable or inappropriate

"He was declared unfit for military service due to his poor health."

adjective
/ʌnˈflæpəbəl/

calm and composed, especially in difficult situations

"Despite the crisis, he remained unflappable and confident."

adjective
/ʌnˈflɛdʒd/

Inexperienced, immature, or not fully developed.

"The unfledged writer struggled to complete his first novel."

verb
/ʌnˈfəʊld/

to open or spread out something that was folded; to gradually reveal or develop

"She unfolded the letter carefully."

adjective
/ˌʌnfɔːrˈsiːn/

Not anticipated or predicted; unexpected.

"The project faced unforeseen challenges that delayed its completion."

adjective
/ˌʌnfɔːrθˈkʌmɪŋ/

Not willing to talk or provide information; uncooperative.

"The witness was unforthcoming about what he had seen."

adjective
/ʌnˈfɔːrtʃənət/

Having or marked by bad luck; unlucky.

"It was unfortunate that the meeting was canceled at the last minute."

adverb
/ʌnˈfɔːtʃənətli/

used to express regret or disappointment about something that has happened or is going to happen

"Unfortunately, the event was canceled due to the rain."

adjective
/ʌnˈfrɛndli/

not kind or welcoming; hostile or cold in behavior or attitude

"The shop owner seemed unfriendly to new customers."

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unfrock

verb
/ʌnˈfrɒk/

To remove a priest from his position or deprive someone of a rank.

"The corrupt priest was unfrocked after the investigation."

adjective
/ʌnˈɡeɪnli/

Awkward, clumsy, or lacking grace in movement or appearance.

"The tall boy moved in an ungainly manner."

adjective
/ʌnˈɡreɪt.fəl/

not feeling or showing thanks for something done or given; not appreciating kindness

"She felt he was ungrateful for all the help she had given him."

adjective
/ʌnˈɡɑː.dɪd/

not protected or defended; careless about revealing private thoughts or information

"In an unguarded moment, she revealed her true feelings about the project."

noun
/ˈʌŋɡwənt/

A soothing or healing ointment applied to the skin.

"The doctor applied an unguent to heal the burn."

noun
/ʌnˈhæp.i.nəs/

the state of being unhappy; sadness or dissatisfaction

"Her constant unhappiness affected everyone around her."

adjective
/ʌnˈhæpi/

not happy; sad, disappointed, or dissatisfied

"He was unhappy with the final decision."

adjective
/ʌnˈhel.θi/

harmful to health; not in good health; detrimental to well-being

"Eating too much fast food is unhealthy for your body."

adjective
/ʌnˈhɜːd/

not heard or listened to; not given a hearing; unknown or unfamiliar

"His complaints went unheard by the management."

adjective
/ʌnˈhɛlpfəl/

not providing help or support; making a situation harder rather than easier

"His unhelpful attitude slowed down the entire project."

adjective
/ʌnˈhoʊli/

wicked; sinful; profane

"The unholy alliance between the two companies caused public outrage."

adjective
/ʌnˈɒnəd/

not respected or given the recognition that is deserved; treated without honor

"He felt unhonoured after his years of service were ignored."

adjective
/ʌnˈhɜːrt/

Not injured or harmed.

"She walked away from the accident unhurt."

adjective
/ʌnhaɪˈdʒiːnɪk/

not clean; lacking proper sanitation

"The restaurant was closed due to unhygienic conditions in the kitchen."

adjective
/ˌjuːnɪˈsɛljʊlər/

Consisting of a single cell.

"Amoebas are unicellular organisms."

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adjective
/ˈjuː.nɪ.faɪd/

Made into a whole or joined together.

"A unified approach fosters better outcomes."

adjective
/ˈjuːnɪfɔːm/

consistent or the same in form, manner, or degree

"The students were required to wear a uniform to school."

noun
/ˌjuːnɪˈfɔːrmɪti/

The quality or state of being the same, consistent, or without variation.

"The teacher insisted on uniformity in the students' dress code."

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unify

verb
/ˈjuːnɪfaɪ/

To make or become united, uniform, or whole.

"The leader tried to unify the divided nation."