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unbroken

uhn-BROHKN

Unbroken (adj) means Whole and intact; not split or damaged. Example: “Remarkably, the vase survived the fall unbroken.”

adj
1
Whole and intact; not split or damaged.
"Remarkably, the vase survived the fall unbroken."
2
Continuing without any gap or interruption.
"She has an unbroken record of attendance stretching back ten years."
"The team is on an unbroken winning streak."

How to use unbroken

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishNot broken — either still in one piece, or never interrupted.

Common pairings
unbroken silence unbroken streak unbroken chain
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Etymology

From Old English unġebrocen, from un- + broken.

Origin: Old English

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Frequently asked questions

What does “unbroken” mean?

The word “unbroken” means whole and intact; not split or damaged. In plain terms, not broken — either still in one piece, or never interrupted.

How do you pronounce “unbroken”?

“Unbroken” is pronounced uhn-BROHKN (/ʌnˈbɹoʊkn̩/ in IPA).

How do you use “unbroken” in a sentence?

Here is “unbroken” used in a sentence: “Remarkably, the vase survived the fall unbroken.”

What is another word for “unbroken”?

Words with a similar meaning to “unbroken” include continuous and uninterrupted.

What is the opposite of “unbroken”?

The opposite of “unbroken” — its antonyms — are broken, shatter, smash, split and domesticated.

What part of speech is “unbroken”?

“Unbroken” is an adjective.

Where does the word “unbroken” come from?

The word “unbroken” comes from Old English. From Old English unġebrocen, from un- + broken.

Is “unbroken” a common word?

“Unbroken” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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