unoccupied
8 synonyms and 1 antonym for unoccupied, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Not lived in or rented out.
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.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. adjective
Not lived in or rented out.
“The landlord struggled to find tenants, and the flat stayed unoccupied for months.”
Opposites
How to use unoccupied
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
unoccupied house
unoccupied seat
remain unoccupied
Etymology
From un- + occupied.
Full origin of unoccupied →Frequently asked questions
What does “unoccupied” mean?
The word “unoccupied” means not lived in or rented out. In plain terms, empty, vacant, or with nothing going on — whether it's a house, a seat, or someone's free time.
How do you use “unoccupied” in a sentence?
Here is “unoccupied” used in a sentence: “The landlord struggled to find tenants, and the flat stayed unoccupied for months.”
What part of speech is “unoccupied”?
“Unoccupied” is an adjective.
How many meanings does “unoccupied” have?
“Unoccupied” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: not lived in or rented out.
