uninhabited
18 synonyms and 3 antonyms for uninhabited, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Having no inhabitants; not lived in.
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Less common
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How to use uninhabited
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From un- + inhabited.
Full origin of uninhabited →Frequently asked questions
What does “uninhabited” mean?
The word “uninhabited” means having no inhabitants; not lived in. In plain terms, empty of people — nobody actually lives there.
How do you pronounce “uninhabited”?
“Uninhabited” is pronounced uhn-ihn-HAB-ih-tihd (/ˌʌn.ɪnˈhæb.ɪ.tɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “uninhabited” in a sentence?
Here is “uninhabited” used in a sentence: “The ship drifted onto an uninhabited island.”
What is another word for “uninhabited”?
Words with a similar meaning to “uninhabited” include beingless, desert, deserted, desolate, disinhabited and inhabitantless.
What is the opposite of “uninhabited”?
The opposite of “uninhabited” — its antonyms — are peopled, populated and tenanted.
What part of speech is “uninhabited”?
“Uninhabited” is an adjective.