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unbroken

/ʌnˈbrəʊkən/intermediate Level

English Meaning & Definitions

1.adjective

Not broken, damaged, or fractured; whole and intact.

Example Sentences:
  • Miraculously, the antique vase remained unbroken after falling off the shelf.
  • She found an unbroken shell walking along the shoreline.
2.adjective

Continuous; uninterrupted by gaps, stops, or changes.

Example Sentences:
  • The hikers walked for hours in unbroken silence.
  • The horizon stretched out in an unbroken line of blue.
3.adjective

Not tamed or subdued, especially in reference to a horse or animal.

Example Sentences:
  • The rancher spent weeks working with the unbroken mustang.
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Cultural Origin & Etymology

Derived from the prefix 'un-' (meaning 'not') combined with 'broken', the past participle of 'break', originating from Old English 'brecan'. It has been used since Middle English to denote things physically intact, continuous, or untamed.

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Think of 'un-' (not) + 'broken' (damaged) to easily remember something that is whole, continuous, or undamaged.

Frequently Asked Questions About “unbroken

1. What is the meaning of “unbroken” in English?

In English, unbroken (adjective) is defined as: “Not broken, damaged, or fractured; whole and intact.”.

2. How do you use “unbroken” in a sentence?

Miraculously, the antique vase remained unbroken after falling off the shelf.

3. What are English synonyms of “unbroken”?

4. What is the etymology and word origin of “unbroken”?

Derived from the prefix 'un-' (meaning 'not') combined with 'broken', the past participle of 'break', originating from Old English 'brecan'. It has been used since Middle English to denote things physically intact, continuous, or untamed.