adj
unattached
uh-nuh-TACHT
Unattached (adj) means not physically joined or connected to something else. Example: “The cable was left unattached, dangling from the wall.”
adj
1
Not physically joined or connected to something else.
"The cable was left unattached, dangling from the wall."
2
Not in a romantic relationship; single.
"He mentioned, a little too casually, that he was unattached."
3
Not affiliated with any particular group or organization.
"She competed as an unattached runner, without a club sponsor."
How to use unattached
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishNot connected — physically, romantically, or organizationally.
Common pairings
romantically unattached
an unattached cable
Vocabulary Flow
Build your vocabulary from words like unattached.
Vocabulary Flow serves the next word, and the next — meaning, pronunciation and an example each time. Practice at your level, or learn English in your own language.
Start vocabulary practice
Word forms
- Comparative
- more unattached
- Superlative
- most unattached
Fill the gap
Can you complete this real example?
The cable was left _____, dangling from the wall.
Synonyms
View more →Antonyms
Related words
Rhymes for unattached
See all rhymes for unattached →Frequently asked questions
What does “unattached” mean?
The word “unattached” means not physically joined or connected to something else. In plain terms, not connected — physically, romantically, or organizationally.
How do you pronounce “unattached”?
“Unattached” is pronounced uh-nuh-TACHT (/ˌʌnəˈtæt͡ʃt/ in IPA).
How do you use “unattached” in a sentence?
Here is “unattached” used in a sentence: “The cable was left unattached, dangling from the wall.”
What part of speech is “unattached”?
“Unattached” is an adjective.
How many meanings does “unattached” have?
“Unattached” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: not physically joined or connected to something else.
