adj

unscathed

uhn-SKAYTHD

Unscathed (adj) means not harmed or injured, especially after a dangerous event. Example: “Miraculously, both drivers walked away from the crash unscathed.”

adj

Not harmed or injured, especially after a dangerous event.

"Miraculously, both drivers walked away from the crash unscathed."

"The company emerged from the scandal largely unscathed."

How to use unscathed

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishCame through something dangerous or difficult without harm.

Common pairings

emerge unscathed walk away unscathed escape unscathed

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Etymology

From un- ("not") plus scathed, from scathe, "to injure or harm."

Antonyms

scathed

Rhymes for unscathed

bathed breathed

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Frequently asked questions

What does “unscathed” mean?

The word “unscathed” means not harmed or injured, especially after a dangerous event. In plain terms, came through something dangerous or difficult without harm.

How do you pronounce “unscathed”?

“Unscathed” is pronounced uhn-SKAYTHD (/ʌnˈskeɪðd/ in IPA).

How do you use “unscathed” in a sentence?

Here is “unscathed” used in a sentence: “Miraculously, both drivers walked away from the crash unscathed.”

What is the opposite of “unscathed”?

The opposite of “unscathed” — its antonyms — is scathed.

What part of speech is “unscathed”?

“Unscathed” is an adjective.