unavailable
4 synonyms and 0 antonyms for unavailable, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Not able to be obtained, used, or reached at a given time.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use unavailable
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Frequently asked questions
What does “unavailable” mean?
The word “unavailable” means not able to be obtained, used, or reached at a given time. In plain terms, not free, not obtainable, or not able to be reached right now.
How do you pronounce “unavailable”?
“Unavailable” is pronounced uh-nuh-VAY-luh-buhl (/ˌʌnəˈveɪləbəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “unavailable” in a sentence?
Here is “unavailable” used in a sentence: “The doctor was unavailable until Monday.”
What part of speech is “unavailable”?
“Unavailable” is an adjective.
Is “unavailable” a common word?
“Unavailable” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
What is the difference between unavailable and unattainable?
Unavailable means not able to be obtained, used, or reached at a given time, suggesting the situation could change, while unattainable suggests something is fundamentally impossible to reach or achieve. A person can be temporarily unavailable but a goal described as unattainable implies a more permanent impossibility.
What is a polite way to say someone is unavailable?
Saying someone is unavailable at the moment or currently unavailable is a common, neutral way to indicate they cannot be reached or reached right now without giving further detail. It works well in professional messages like out-of-office replies.
What is the difference between unavailable and busy?
Unavailable more broadly means not able to be obtained, used, or reached, which can include being out of stock, off duty, or simply absent. Busy specifically implies someone is occupied with another task, which is only one possible reason for being unavailable.