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Unwritten

Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective

Meaning

Not written..

Definitions by Sense

  1. Not written.
  2. Oral or otherwise communicated without writing.
  3. Implicit or understood but not formally articulated.
  4. Containing no writing; blank.
  5. past participle of unwrite

Example Sentences

The most important rule is unwritten but not unspoken. It is the rule of pronounceability. Sure, xzyqt looks grand, but how do you say it?
It's an unwritten rule that you lock the gate when you leave the swimming pool.
unwritten paper

Synonyms for unwritten

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does unwritten mean?

Unwritten means Not written..

What is a synonym for unwritten?

Common synonyms include spontaneous, spoken, unscripted, ad-lib.

What is the opposite of unwritten?

Possible antonyms include written.

How do you use unwritten in a sentence?

The most important rule is unwritten but not unspoken. It is the rule of pronounceability. Sure, xzyqt looks grand, but how do you say it?

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