adjective
Uncommon
uncovered
uhn-KUH-vuhd
Uncovered (adjective) means not protected by a cover, roof, or similar shelter. Example: “The uncovered patio got soaked in the storm.”
adjective
1
Not protected by a cover, roof, or similar shelter.
"The uncovered patio got soaked in the storm."
"The uncovered market stalls were empty once the rain began to fall."
"Leave the uncovered pool alone, because leaves will fill it very quickly."
2
Not protected by insurance or a financial guarantee.
"Dental work is uncovered under most basic health plans."
How to use uncovered
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishLeft exposed — whether to weather, risk, or financial loss.
Common pairings
uncovered loss
uncovered expenses
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more uncovered
- Superlative
- most uncovered
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Etymology
From un- + covered.
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What does “uncovered” mean?
The word “uncovered” means not protected by a cover, roof, or similar shelter. In plain terms, left exposed — whether to weather, risk, or financial loss.
How do you pronounce “uncovered”?
“Uncovered” is pronounced uhn-KUH-vuhd (/ʌnˈkʌvɚd/ in IPA).
How do you use “uncovered” in a sentence?
Here is “uncovered” used in a sentence: “The uncovered patio got soaked in the storm.”
What is another word for “uncovered”?
Words with a similar meaning to “uncovered” include revealed.
What part of speech is “uncovered”?
“Uncovered” is an adjective.
Is “uncovered” a common word?
“Uncovered” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “uncovered” have?
“Uncovered” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: not protected by a cover, roof, or similar shelter.
What is the difference between "uncovered" and "revealed"?
"Uncovered" describes something not protected by a cover, roof, or shelter, or not protected by insurance or a financial guarantee, focusing on a lack of protection. "Revealed" (an existing synonym) leans more toward something previously hidden being made visible or known, which overlaps with but is not identical to the protection sense.
What does it mean for a financial loss to be "uncovered"?
An "uncovered" financial loss or risk means it is not protected by insurance or a financial guarantee, so the person or business bears the cost themselves if something goes wrong.
What is the difference between "uncovered" and "open"?
"Uncovered" specifically means lacking a cover, roof, or protective shelter, while "open" is broader and can describe accessibility, availability, or lack of enclosure generally, not just the absence of a physical or financial cover.
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