Unused
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ʌnˈjuːzd/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Unused is an adjective meaning (not comparable) Not used.
Meaning
(not comparable) Not used.
More Meanings
- Not accustomed (to), unfamiliar with.
Example Sentences
I have two unused vouchers for a free meal.
I am unused to the dark nights of the countryside.
The legislation also tightens the share of unused exemptions states can carry over from year to year.
I pray you in your Letters, / When you ſhall theſe vnluckie deeds relate, / Speake of me, as I am. […] / Of one, whoſe ſubdu'd Eyes, / Albeit un-vsed to the melting moode, / Drops teares as faſt as the Arabian Trees / Their Medicinable gumme.
Synonyms for unused
Depending on context, synonyms include mint, new, pristine, virgin, unacquainted, fresh.
Antonyms for unused
Common opposites include used, old, preloved, pre-owned, secondhand, acquainted.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include clean, inactive, idle, fresh, new, undeveloped.
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