Unamended: meaning, definitions and examples

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unamended

 

[ ʌˈnæm.ɛndɪd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

legal context

Unamended refers to something that has not been modified or changed. It often describes documents, laws, or statements that remain in their original form without any amendments or alterations.

Synonyms

original, unaltered, unchanged

Examples of usage

  • The unamended contract was still valid.
  • The unamended bill was passed by the legislature.
  • All references to the unamended policy were removed.

Word origin

The term 'unamended' is derived from the prefix 'un-' which means 'not' or 'the opposite of', and the word 'amend', which comes from the Latin 'emendare', meaning 'to correct or to improve'. The word 'amend' has been used in English since the 14th century to refer to the process of making changes or improvements. Therefore, 'unamended' has been used to specifically indicate that no changes have been made since its appearance in legal terms and documentation. This reflects the importance of the original intent of a document or law, as changes can significantly alter its meaning and application.