unanswered — not replied to or responded to
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: not replied to or responded to
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌʌnˈænsərd/
Example Sentences
- My mom's unanswered calls always mean I'm in trouble later.
- The teacher's unanswered question created an awkward silence in the classroom.
- He left his girlfriend's text unanswered and ordered pizza instead.
unanswered
ADJECTIVE[/ˌʌnˈænsərd/]
not replied to or responded to
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word 'unanswered' is a Modern English formation combining the negation prefix 'un-' (from Old English) with 'answer,' which derives from Old Norse 'ondswara' meaning 'to reply.' The suffix '-ed' marks it as an adjective or past participle, creating a word meaning 'not answered' or 'lacking a reply.'
Breakdown
un- (not, negation prefix) + answer (to reply, from Old Norse ondswara) + -ed (past participle/adjectival suffix forming the adjective 'unanswered,' denoting a state of lacking response).
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My mom's unanswered calls always mean I'm in trouble later.”
“The teacher's unanswered question created an awkward silence in the classroom.”
“He left his girlfriend's text unanswered and ordered pizza instead.”
“The mystery remained unanswered despite years of investigation.”
“My job application has been unanswered for so long, I've started three new hobbies.”
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