Unarticulated: meaning, definitions and examples
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unarticulated
[ ʌnˈɑːr.tɪ.kjʊ.leɪ.tɪd ]
communication quality
Unarticulated refers to something that is not expressed clearly or effectively. It often describes thoughts, feelings, or ideas that are difficult to convey in words. This can occur when someone struggles to find the right words or when the complexity of the matter makes it hard to articulate. In various contexts, unarticulated emotions or concepts may lead to misunderstandings or a lack of connection in conversations.
Synonyms
ambiguous, inexpressive, muddled, unclear, vague.
Examples of usage
- His unarticulated feelings created distance in their relationship.
- The professor’s lecture was filled with unarticulated theories.
- She had unarticulated concerns about the project.
- There was an unarticulated tension in the room.
- His unarticulated thoughts made it hard for others to understand his point.
Translations
Translations of the word "unarticulated" in other languages:
🇵🇹 não articulado
🇮🇳 अव्यक्त
🇩🇪 unausgesprochen
🇮🇩 tidak terartikulasikan
🇺🇦 неартикульований
🇵🇱 nieartykulowany
🇯🇵 表現されていない
🇫🇷 non articulé
🇪🇸 no articulado
🇹🇷 belirtilmemiş
🇰🇷 명시되지 않은
🇸🇦 غير مُعبر عنه
🇨🇿 neartikulovaný
🇸🇰 neartikulovaný
🇨🇳 未表达的
🇸🇮 neartikuliran
🇮🇸 óskýr
🇰🇿 артiculated емес
🇬🇪 არარეგისტრირებული
🇦🇿 artikulə olunmamış
🇲🇽 no articulado
Etymology
The term 'unarticulated' is derived from the prefix 'un-', which signifies negation, and the word 'articulated.' 'Articulated' comes from the Latin 'articulatus,' meaning 'divided into joints or segments,' stemming from 'articulare,' meaning 'to joint.' In its evolved usage, 'articulate' relates to the ability to express thoughts and ideas fluently and coherently. Hence, 'unarticulated' denotes a lack of such clarity in expression. The word began to see vernacular use in the English language during the 20th century, often in academic and psychological discussions. As communication studies developed, the term gained relevance in discussing nonverbal cues and the significance of understanding unexpressed thoughts in personal interactions.