Uninsured

/ˌʌn.ɪnˈʃʊrd/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Not covered by insurance; lacking insurance protection.

Many uninsured individuals face financial hardship when they require medical treatment.

Referring to a person or group that does not have insurance coverage.

The report highlighted the growing number of uninsured families in the region.

Pertaining to services or losses not protected by insurance.

Uninsured motorists may have to pay out of pocket for damages in an accident.

Derived from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and 'insured' from 'insure'.

uninsured motorist

A driver who does not have car insurance.

uninsured health care

Medical services without health insurance coverage.

uninsured losses

Financial losses that are not covered by insurance.

insurance

A contract that provides financial protection against losses.

coverage

The extent of protection provided by an insurance policy.

risk

The possibility of loss or injury.

To be without coverage.

I was totally uninsured after my last policy expired.

Living a risky life without insurance.

He's living dangerously, completely uninsured.