Unbound: meaning, definitions and examples

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unbound

 

[ ʌnˈbaʊnd ]

Adjective / Verb
Context #1 | Adjective

freedom, limit

Unbound refers to a state of being free from limits, restrictions, or constraints. It indicates a lack of physical or metaphorical ties or obligations, allowing for complete freedom of movement or action.

Synonyms

free, limitless, unfettered, unrestricted

Examples of usage

  • The artist felt unbound by traditional rules.
  • After graduation, she felt unbound and ready to explore the world.
  • He lived an unbound life, traveling wherever he pleased.
Context #2 | Verb

release, freedom

To unbound can also mean to release from binding or to remove restrictions. It involves the act of setting someone or something free from ties.

Synonyms

detach, liberate, release

Examples of usage

  • The kind gesture helped to unbound her from past traumas.
  • He decided to unbound himself from commitments that no longer served him.
  • They sought to unbound the community from oppressive regulations.

Translations

Translations of the word "unbound" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ilimitado

🇮🇳 असीमित

🇩🇪 ungebunden

🇮🇩 tak terbatas

🇺🇦 необмежений

🇵🇱 nieograniczony

🇯🇵 無制限の (むせいげんの)

🇫🇷 illimité

🇪🇸 ilimitado

🇹🇷 sınırsız

🇰🇷 무제한의 (무제한의)

🇸🇦 غير محدود

🇨🇿 neomezený

🇸🇰 neobmedzený

🇨🇳 无限的

🇸🇮 neomejen

🇮🇸 óþrǿtt

🇰🇿 шекарасыз

🇬🇪 გარეშე

🇦🇿 məhdudiyyətsiz

🇲🇽 ilimitado

Etymology

The term 'unbound' originates from the prefix 'un-' which denotes negation or removal, combined with 'bound', deriving from the Old English 'bindan', meaning to tie or fasten. The use of 'unbound' in English can be traced back to the 15th century, when it was used to describe physical states of being free from restraints, as well as metaphorical concepts of freedom from social or emotional constraints. Over time, the word evolved to encompass broader contexts, representing freedom in various aspects, whether in personal liberty, creative expression, or the abstract removal of limitations. The dual function of 'unbound' as both an adjective and verb showcases its versatility in English language usage.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #18,577, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.