Unoccupied

/ˌʌnˈɒkjʊpaɪd/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

not occupied; vacant.

The unoccupied apartment had a 'For Rent' sign in front of it.

not engaged in any activity; free.

During the meeting, she found herself unoccupied, as her assigned tasks were completed.

not held or filled by any person.

The unoccupied seat in the theater provided an excellent view of the stage.

From the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and 'occupied', which comes from Latin 'occupare'.

unoccupied territory

Land or area that is not currently controlled or inhabited.

unoccupied seat

A chair or space that is not currently being used by anyone.

unoccupied mind

A state where one is free from thoughts or distractions.

occupy

To use or fill a space or area.

vacate

To leave or give up occupancy or possession.

inhabited

Being occupied by people or living beings.

Chilling

I'm just chilling at home because my place is unoccupied.

Free space

We have some unoccupied areas at the venue for extra seating.