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unscathed

Short Definition : unharmed; Ex. escape the accident unscathed

Definition
(adj) not injured
Synonyms : unharmed unhurt whole
   Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for unscathed

UN(no)SCAR.........if in an accident you got no scars then its obvious u are UNHARMED

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scathed sounds like scared. If you are unscared you are unharmed.

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UN SCAR

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Unscathed and Unmarred are similar because they both mean, to get away from disaster unhurt, without a scratch.

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un scattered and escaped from the accident unharmed.

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unseemly

Short Definition : unbecoming; not proper in behavior; indecent; Ex. leave with unseemly haste

Definition
(adj) not in keeping with accepted standards of what is right or proper in polite society
Example Sentence
  • was buried with indecent haste
  • indecorous behavior
  • language unbecoming to a lady
  • unseemly to use profanity
  • moved to curb their untoward ribaldry
   Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for unseemly

UN+SEEM- does not seem normal or proper in behavior

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un seemly-> seeing me undress and becoming indecent.

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sounds like "uncomely" which is not pleasing means improper behavior

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Unseemly - something that is UGLY, indecent, ungainly.

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unsightly

Short Definition : ugly; unpleasant to look at

Definition
(adj) unpleasant to look at
Example Sentence
  • unsightly billboards
   Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for unsightly

concentrate on sight means to see. unsightly means can't like to see if it is ugly.

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un+sightly -> ugly, unpleasant to look.

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Unsightly and Ungainly refer to something ungraceful, ugly.

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SYNONYMS:.....unsightly=disagreeable unattractive lackluster unpleasant repulsive revolting hideous

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unsullied

Short Definition : untarnished; CF. sully

Definition
(adj) spotlessly clean and fresh
Example Sentence
  • the unsullied snow of mountains
Definition
(adj) (of reputation) free from blemishes
Example Sentence
  • his unsullied name
  • an untarnished reputation
   Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for unsullied

Unsullied and Unsoiled have a similar meaning, something spotlessly clean, spick and span.

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sullied=insult ; so unsullied free from insult/blame/spots.

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sulli sounds sadii = "kharab",so unsullied means untarnished,stainless,clear!

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un sull ied - spotlessly clean and fresh

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untenable

Short Definition : (of a position, esp. in an argument) indefensible; not able to be maintained

Definition
(adj) (of theories etc) incapable of being defended or justified
Synonyms : indefensible
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a child un(der) ten not able defense himself they need parents maintenance (under+ten+not able)

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un-TEN(et)-able ..if you donot follow the tenets (rules), then you cannot defend yourself..

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UN[NOT] 'Under' TEN[Years] ABLE You Are An Adult[18] So You're INDEFENSIBLE...

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Unable to put a <B>tent</B> around to protect.

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un + tenable. tenants are tenable if you can maintain them, so untenable means unmaintainable

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Untenable and Pregnable are rhyming words with a similar meaning, which is, defenceless.

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Unattainable things are so sought after they are untenable.

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un(main)tenable... so somethin untenable is un-maintain-able

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Untenable = unt + enable; It is not possible to enable it.

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untenable - cannot eve n maintain ten soldiers to protect, indefensible or not able to be maintained.

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untoward

Short Definition : unexpected and adverse; unfortunate or unlucky; Ex. untoward encounter

Definition
(adj) not in keeping with accepted standards of what is right or proper in polite society
Example Sentence
  • was buried with indecent haste
  • indecorous behavior
  • language unbecoming to a lady
  • unseemly to use profanity
  • moved to curb their untoward ribaldry
Definition
(adj) contrary to your interests or welfare
Synonyms : adverse inauspicious
Example Sentence
  • adverse circumstances
  • made a place for themselves under the most untoward conditions
   Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for untoward

conditions which are not towards me are ==> untoward

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my bike was TOWed and that was unfortunate.

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(unto)undo+(ward)word= if something in document is contrary to ur interest u will just undo those words.

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Untoward - ill-timed, an unexpected happening.

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unwarranted

Short Definition : unjustified; having no justification; groundless; baseless; undeserved

Definition
(adj) incapable of being justified or explained Definition
(adj) without a basis in reason or fact
Example Sentence
  • baseless gossip
  • the allegations proved groundless
  • idle fears
  • unfounded suspicions
  • unwarranted jealousy
Definition
(adj) lacking justification or authorization
Synonyms : undue unjustified
Example Sentence
  • desire for undue private profit
  • unwarranted limitations of personal freedom
   Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for unwarranted

i got a mobile without a warranty and that was unjustified.

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remeber arrest warrant:in movies police can arrest a villan only with justified reason or evidence otherwise the villan will rule out police words as baseless

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when i broke the video game it was in warranty, so i take it to the shop asking for a refund, and they say its unwarranted. that was SOOOO unfair :(

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if a police raids someones house without a warrant it is unjustified and hence unwarranted

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Unwarranted and Invalid have somewhat similar sounds and they mean, illogical, unjustified.

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without warrant::unjustified

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unwieldy

Short Definition : awkward (to carry or move); cumbersome; unmanageable

Definition
(adj) difficult to use or handle or manage because of size or weight or shape
Synonyms : unmanageable
Example Sentence
  • we set about towing the unwieldy structure into the shelter
  • almost dropped the unwieldy parcel
Definition
(adj) difficult to work or manipulate
Example Sentence
  • unwieldy rules and regulations
Definition
(adj) lacking grace in movement or posture
Example Sentence
  • a gawky lad with long ungainly legs
  • clumsy fingers
  • what an ungainly creature a giraffe is
  • heaved his unwieldy figure out of his chair
   Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for unwieldy

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un+wieldy...WIELD(y) rhymes with WELD...that which can be WELDED is easily changeable or MANAGEABLE. so WIELDY is EASILY MANAGEABLE. and unwieldy is the opposite

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un-yeildy = not yeilding = unmanagable

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u might want to UNload those unmanageable groceries w/ a WIEL-(wheel)-barrel

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un+wieldy(yeild,field) ->Difficult to carry or manage because of size, shape, weight, or complexity.

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Unwieldy and Lumpy, mean something heavy, cumbersome.

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Unwieldy---un+wield(near to wild)+y--anything wild or awkward looking thing is unwieldy.

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if iron (suppose a gun) is not welded properly it will look awkward

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Anything with a Wheel can be easily moved and managed. Unwieldy ~~ Unwheely - difficult to manage

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unwitting

Short Definition : not knowing; unaware; unintentional; Ex. She was their unwitting accomplice; Ex. unwitting insult; CF. wit: know

Definition
(adj) not done with purpose or intent
Example Sentence
  • an unintended slight
  • an unintentional pun
  • the offense was unintentional
  • an unwitting mistake may be overlooked
Definition
(adj) not aware or knowing
Example Sentence
  • an unwitting subject in an experiment
Definition
(adj) unaware because of a lack of relevant information or knowledge
Example Sentence
  • he was completely ignorant of the circumstances
  • an unknowledgeable assistant
  • his rudeness was unwitting
   Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for unwitting

wit is knowledge. Witting means knowing something.UN(not)WITTING(knowing something)

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UNWITTING <> UNWILLING

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Unwitting and Discerning are similar in sound but opposite in meaning. While unwitting means ignorant, discerning means to perceive with the mind or senses (only someone clever has the power to think).

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made witty remark un intentional and not knowing he is ur friend

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unwonted

Short Definition : unaccustomed; unusual; Ex. He arrived with unwonted punctuality.

Definition
(adj) out of the ordinary
Example Sentence
  • an unwonted softness in her face
   Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for unwonted

WONTED=WANTED... name of salman khans film.....but if its sequel is named UNWONTED ,now that shall be UNCUSTOMARY=UNUSUAL...; )

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Something that you Wont do - unusual

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unwonted - u are not accustomed to something that is unwanted... r u?

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Something that you WONT do... usually

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Unwonted along with Unexpected refers to something unusual.

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wonted sounds like "wanted" which is necessity of everyone and usual in their life. so unwonted means unusual.

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UNWANTED..people of some villages didn't WANT short clothes because it was not customary

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imagine a person who gets everything he wants in life. now if something unwanted happens. it will be an unusual predicament for him

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un wont(custom or habit)-> uncustomed

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