unfinished
5 synonyms and 0 antonyms for unfinished, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Not completed; still in progress.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
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 unfinished
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From un- + finished.
Full origin of unfinished →Frequently asked questions
What does “unfinished” mean?
The word “unfinished” means not completed; still in progress. In plain terms, not yet completed, or (for materials) not yet given a final surface treatment.
How do you pronounce “unfinished”?
“Unfinished” is pronounced uhn-FIH-nihsht (/ʌnˈfɪnɪʃt/ in IPA).
How do you use “unfinished” in a sentence?
Here is “unfinished” used in a sentence: “He left the novel unfinished when he died.”
What part of speech is “unfinished”?
“Unfinished” is an adjective.
Is “unfinished” a common word?
“Unfinished” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “unfinished” have?
“Unfinished” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: not completed; still in progress.
What is the difference between unfinished and incomplete?
Unfinished and incomplete both describe something not fully done, but unfinished is more often used for physical objects or works still in progress, such as an unfinished painting. Incomplete is broader and can describe missing parts in data, sets, or information as well as physical work.
What does unfinished mean when describing wood or furniture?
When describing wood or a surface, unfinished means it has not been sanded, painted, coated, or otherwise treated. Unfinished furniture is typically sold in its raw wood state so buyers can stain or paint it themselves.
What is the difference between unfinished and raw?
Unfinished specifically refers to something not having received a final treatment or completion, such as unfinished wood lacking a coating. Raw more broadly describes material in its natural, unprocessed state, which may never have been intended for finishing at all.