Unused

/ˌʌnˈjuːzd/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Not being used or not utilized.

The unused room in the house became a storage space for old furniture.

Not developed or not exploited.

The unused talent of the artist was evident, but he had never pursued it.

Left over from prior use; not needed anymore.

There are several unused coupons in the drawer that we should check.

Not utilized for a specific purpose.

She decided to sell her unused gym membership to someone who would benefit from it.

From un- + used. 'Un-' is a prefix meaning 'not.' 'Used' is the past participle of 'use.'

unused potential

Possibility or ability that is not being realized.

unused resources

Assets or materials that are not currently being employed.

unused time

Time that is available and not occupied by any tasks.

use

To employ for some purpose.

utilize

To make practical or effective use of something.

resource

A source of supply or support.

Wasted space or capacity.

That area is just unused land, we should build something there.

Describing someone who is not in a relationship or not dating.

He's been feeling a bit unused lately, he wants to meet someone.