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unaffected

uh-nuh-FEHK-tihd

Unaffected (adj) means not changed or influenced by something. Example: “The old bridge remained unaffected by the flood.”

adj
1
Not changed or influenced by something.
"The old bridge remained unaffected by the flood."
2
Natural and genuine, without pretense or artificial manners.
"She has an unaffected charm that puts everyone at ease."

How to Use Unaffected

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishEither untouched by some outside force, or, describing a person, sincere and without airs.

Common pairings
remain unaffected an unaffected manner

Word Forms

more unaffected comparative, unaffecteds plural, most unaffected superlative

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “unaffected” mean?

The word “unaffected” means not changed or influenced by something. In plain terms, either untouched by some outside force, or, describing a person, sincere and without airs.

How do you pronounce “unaffected”?

“Unaffected” is pronounced uh-nuh-FEHK-tihd (/ˌʌnəˈfɛktɪd/ in IPA).

How do you use “unaffected” in a sentence?

Here is “unaffected” used in a sentence: “The old bridge remained unaffected by the flood.”

What part of speech is “unaffected”?

“Unaffected” is an adjective.

Is “unaffected” a common word?

“Unaffected” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “unaffected” have?

“Unaffected” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: not changed or influenced by something.

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