Meaning & Definition of word "Unmade"

Unmade

/ʌnˈmeɪd/

verb:

  • 1. Past tense of unmake; to undo the making of something.
    • Example: He unmade the model after realizing he had used the wrong pieces.

adjective:

  • 1. Not made or not completed; in a state of disarray or not yet formed.
    • Example: The bed was unmade, with sheets and blankets thrown haphazardly.
  • 2. Not having been created or brought into existence.
    • Example: The unmade plans for the trip left everyone confused about the itinerary.

Etymology

From the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the past participle 'made' of 'make'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

unmade bed:

A bed that has not been made or tidied up.

unmade plans:

Plans that have not been finalized or set.

Related Words

make:

to create or form something.

unmaking:

the act of undoing something that has been made.

Slang Meanings of unmade

Meaning: A state of chaos or disorder in a situation.

Example Sentence: The party was so unmade by the end of the night, it looked like a tornado hit.

Meaning: To feel disheveled or out of sorts.

Example Sentence: After that stressful meeting, I feel totally unmade.