Unaltered: meaning, definitions and examples

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unaltered

 

[ ˌʌnˈɒltəd ]

Adjective / Verb
Context #1 | Adjective

in its original state

Not changed, modified, or altered in any way.

Synonyms

unchanged, unchanged, undisturbed, unmodified.

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Word Description / Examples
unaltered

Use this word similarly as 'unaltered' to emphasize that something has not undergone any changes.

  • The original plan is unaltered
  • His decision was unaltered despite the pressure
unchanged

This word is often used in situations where one wishes to highlight that the state or condition of something has remained the same over time.

  • The policy has remained unchanged for decades
  • His feelings for her are unchanged
undisturbed

This word is best used when talking about something that has not been interfered with or affected by external factors. It can also imply peace and calm.

  • The ancient ruins have remained undisturbed for centuries
  • She likes to work in an undisturbed environment
unmodified

Suitable in technical or formal contexts where one wants to indicate that no alterations or modifications have been made.

  • The software is unmodified since its last update
  • The recipe is followed unmodified

Examples of usage

  • The document must remain unaltered.
  • Please keep the original file unaltered.
Context #2 | Verb

preserve in its original state

To leave something unchanged, unmodified, or undisturbed.

Synonyms

keep intact, keep unchanged, maintain, preserve.

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unaltered

Used to indicate that something has remained in its original state without any changes. Often used in formal or technical contexts.

  • The document has remained unaltered since it was first drafted
  • The original architecture of the building is unaltered
keep unchanged

Implies not making any changes to something, often used in instructions or guidelines.

  • It's important to keep the settings unchanged for the experiment
  • Keep the layout unchanged to comply with the original design
preserve

Focuses on protecting something from harm or decay, often used in environmental, historical, or cultural contexts.

  • We must work together to preserve the rainforest
  • Efforts are being made to preserve the ancient artifacts
keep intact

Suggests maintaining the completeness or wholeness of something, often used in everyday situations.

  • Please keep the cake intact until the guests arrive
  • We need to keep the structure intact during the renovation
maintain

Refers to keeping something at a certain level or in a particular condition, often used in professional or technical contexts.

  • They plan to maintain the current standards of service
  • The system requires regular updates to maintain its performance

Examples of usage

  • The artist chose to leave the painting unaltered.
  • It is important to unaltered the historical site for future generations.

Translations

Translations of the word "unaltered" in other languages:

🇵🇹 inalterado

🇮🇳 अपरिवर्तित

🇩🇪 unverändert

🇮🇩 tidak berubah

🇺🇦 незмінений

🇵🇱 niezmieniony

🇯🇵 変更されていない

🇫🇷 inchangé

🇪🇸 inalterado

🇹🇷 değişmemiş

🇰🇷 변하지 않은

🇸🇦 غير معدّل

🇨🇿 nezměněný

🇸🇰 nezmenený

🇨🇳 未改变的

🇸🇮 nespremenjen

🇮🇸 óbreyttur

🇰🇿 өзгермеген

🇬🇪 უცვლელი

🇦🇿 dəyişilməmiş

🇲🇽 inalterado

Etymology

The word unaltered originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the past participle 'altered' from the verb 'alter'. It first appeared in the mid-17th century in English literature. The concept of leaving something in its original state has been valued throughout history in various fields such as art, preservation, and conservation.

See also: alter, alterably, alteration, alterations, altercation, altered, alterer, altering, alternating, inalterably, subaltern, unalterable.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,552, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.