英语词汇词典 | 单词含义、定义和示例
lacking education; not having received formal schooling or training
"Many uneducated workers struggle to find well-paying jobs."
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."
without a job; not having paid work
"He has been unemployed for six months now."
the state of not having a paid job despite being able and willing to work
"High unemployment is a major issue in the country."
continuing forever; without end
"The unending rain made the day feel gloomy."
not the same in quantity, size, or value; not fair or just
"The distribution of wealth is unequal in many countries."
Leaving no doubt; clear and unambiguous
"She gave an unequivocal answer to the question."
Without making any mistakes; always accurate
"The archer aimed unerringly at the target."
not level or smooth; not regular or consistent
"The road was uneven and full of potholes."
Not open to objection; acceptable and unobjectionable
"His behavior was unexceptionable throughout the event."
not anticipated or predicted; surprising
"We had an unexpected visitor last night."
not based on or behaving according to the principles of equality or justice
"It’s unfair to blame her for the team’s failure."
In a manner that is not just, reasonable, or impartial
"He was treated unfairly by the committee."
not loyal or true to a spouse, partner, or commitment
"He was unfaithful to his wife for many years."
the quality of being disloyal or not faithful; breach of trust or fidelity
"His unfaithfulness led to the end of their marriage."
Steady and resolute; not weakening or hesitating
"She continued with unfaltering determination."
not known or recognized; strange
"The city was unfamiliar to me since I had never been there before."
not beneficial or advantageous; showing disapproval or opposition
"The proposal received an unfavorable response from the committee."
not helpful or advantageous; adverse
"The weather conditions were unfavourable for our outdoor event."
genuine; not pretended or insincere
"She expressed unfeigned joy at her friend's success."
to release from restraint or restriction; to free
"The new law will unfetter small businesses from excessive regulations."
not restricted or confined; free
"The artist enjoyed unfettered freedom of expression."
not in good physical condition; unsuitable or inappropriate
"He was declared unfit for military service due to his poor health."
calm and composed, especially in difficult situations
"Despite the crisis, he remained unflappable and confident."
Inexperienced, immature, or not fully developed.
"The unfledged writer struggled to complete his first novel."
to open or spread out something that was folded; to gradually reveal or develop
"She unfolded the letter carefully."
Not anticipated or predicted; unexpected.
"The project faced unforeseen challenges that delayed its completion."
Not willing to talk or provide information; uncooperative.
"The witness was unforthcoming about what he had seen."
Having or marked by bad luck; unlucky.
"It was unfortunate that the meeting was canceled at the last minute."
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."
not kind or welcoming; hostile or cold in behavior or attitude
"The shop owner seemed unfriendly to new customers."
To remove a priest from his position or deprive someone of a rank.
"The corrupt priest was unfrocked after the investigation."
Awkward, clumsy, or lacking grace in movement or appearance.
"The tall boy moved in an ungainly manner."
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."
not protected or defended; careless about revealing private thoughts or information
"In an unguarded moment, she revealed her true feelings about the project."
A soothing or healing ointment applied to the skin.
"The doctor applied an unguent to heal the burn."
the state of being unhappy; sadness or dissatisfaction
"Her constant unhappiness affected everyone around her."
not happy; sad, disappointed, or dissatisfied
"He was unhappy with the final decision."
harmful to health; not in good health; detrimental to well-being
"Eating too much fast food is unhealthy for your body."
not heard or listened to; not given a hearing; unknown or unfamiliar
"His complaints went unheard by the management."
not providing help or support; making a situation harder rather than easier
"His unhelpful attitude slowed down the entire project."
wicked; sinful; profane
"The unholy alliance between the two companies caused public outrage."
not respected or given the recognition that is deserved; treated without honor
"He felt unhonoured after his years of service were ignored."
Not injured or harmed.
"She walked away from the accident unhurt."
not clean; lacking proper sanitation
"The restaurant was closed due to unhygienic conditions in the kitchen."
Consisting of a single cell.
"Amoebas are unicellular organisms."
Made into a whole or joined together.
"A unified approach fosters better outcomes."
consistent or the same in form, manner, or degree
"The students were required to wear a uniform to school."
The quality or state of being the same, consistent, or without variation.
"The teacher insisted on uniformity in the students' dress code."
