Meaning & Definition of word "Unchallenged"

Unchallenged

/ʌnˈʧælɪndʒd/

adjective:

  • 1. Not disputed or questioned; accepted without challenge.
    • Example: Her authority in the field of astrophysics is largely unchallenged.
  • 2. Remaining unaffected or unopposed.
    • Example: The athlete's record remained unchallenged for over a decade.
  • 3. Existing without any contest or opposition.
    • Example: In the debate, his arguments went unchallenged, leading to a clear victory.
  • 4. Having no one to contest or compete against.
    • Example: The champion's title was unchallenged after his main rival retired.
  • 5. Not confronted or risen against.
    • Example: Her position on the board was unchallenged until the recent elections.

Etymology

From the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and 'challenged' from the Old French 'challenger', meaning to call into question.

Common Phrases and Expressions

unchallenged authority:

Authority that is accepted without question.

unchallenged victory:

A victory that was achieved without any competition.

Related Words

challenge:

To invite someone to compete or to dispute something.

disputed:

Called into question; argued against.

Slang Meanings of unchallenged

Meaning: Game on lock

Example Sentence: That title's mine, game on lock, I'm unchallenged.

Meaning: Running the show

Example Sentence: In this league, he's running the show, completely unchallenged.