Meaning & Definition of word "Unhurt"
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Unhurt
/ʌnˈhɜːrt/
adjective:
- 1. Not injured or damaged; safe and sound.
- Example: Despite the accident, she was unhurt and able to walk away.
- 2. Unaffected or unharmed in emotional terms.
- Example: He seemed unhurt by the criticism, taking it in stride.
- 3. Not injured or in pain; remains in a good condition.
- Example: The dog ran out of the crashing car unhurt, wagging its tail.
- 4. In a good or intact condition.
- Example: The package arrived unhurt, with no sign of any damage.
Etymology
From 'un-' meaning not, and 'hurt' meaning to cause physical harm.
Common Phrases and Expressions
in one piece:
To be whole and unharmed, especially after a dangerous situation.
safe and sound:
To be unharmed and in a safe condition.
Related Words
hurt:
To cause pain or injury to someone.
harm:
Physical injury, especially that which is deliberately inflicted.
Slang Meanings of unhurt
Meaning: All good
Example Sentence: Don't worry about me, I'm all good after that fall.
Meaning: In the clear
Example Sentence: I'm in the clear; the doctor said there's nothing wrong.