Unchallenged: meaning, definitions and examples

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unchallenged

 

[ ʌnˈtʃalɪndʒd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

in a competition or argument

Not disputed or doubted; accepted without question or challenge.

Synonyms

accepted, uncontested, undisputed.

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Word Description / Examples
unchallenged

This word is often used to describe a situation where there is no opposition or dispute, typically in contexts where competition or controversy might be expected.

  • His authority in the company remained unchallenged.
  • The theory has been unchallenged for decades.
undisputed

Used to describe something that is universally acknowledged and not questioned or doubted by anyone, often used in contexts where credibility or supremacy is implied.

  • She is the undisputed champion of the tournament.
  • The expert's findings were undisputed and widely accepted.
uncontested

This word is typically used in legal, sports, or political contexts where no one competes or disputes a claim or position.

  • He won the election in an uncontested race.
  • The fact was uncontested in the court.
accepted

Used when referring to something that is generally agreed upon or embraced by others, often after consideration or testing.

  • Her resignation was accepted without any hesitation.
  • The new policy was accepted by all the employees.

Examples of usage

  • The champion remained unchallenged throughout the entire tournament.
  • Her authority in the matter was unchallenged by her peers.
  • The decision was made unchallenged by the rest of the committee.
Context #2 | Adjective

in a situation

Not having to deal with difficulties or obstacles; not subject to opposition or resistance.

Synonyms

uncontested, unhindered, uninterrupted, unopposed.

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unchallenged

Use this when something or someone is not questioned or disputed.

  • His authority in the company remained unchallenged for years
unopposed

Use this when there is no resistance or opposition, typically in a competitive or combative context.

  • The team's advance was unopposed by the defenders
uncontested

This is suitable for situations where there is no competition or opposition, often in legal or electoral contexts.

  • She won the election uncontested as no one ran against her
unhindered

Ideal for describing a process or movement that faces no obstacles or delays.

  • The river flowed unhindered through the valley
uninterrupted

Best used when describing something continuous with no breaks or stops.

  • We enjoyed an uninterrupted night of sleep

Examples of usage

  • He led an unchallenged life of luxury and ease.
  • She enjoyed an unchallenged position of power within the company.
  • The team's dominance in the league was unchallenged by any rival.

Translations

Translations of the word "unchallenged" in other languages:

🇵🇹 inquestionável

🇮🇳 निर्विवाद

🇩🇪 unangefochten

🇮🇩 tidak tertandingi

🇺🇦 безперечний

🇵🇱 niekwestionowany

🇯🇵 無敵の (むてきの)

🇫🇷 incontesté

🇪🇸 indiscutido

🇹🇷 tartışmasız

🇰🇷 논쟁의 여지가 없는

🇸🇦 غير متنازع عليه

🇨🇿 nepopiratelný

🇸🇰 nespochybniteľný

🇨🇳 无争议的 (wú zhēng yì de)

🇸🇮 nespremenjen

🇮🇸 óumdeildur

🇰🇿 даусыз

🇬🇪 უდავო

🇦🇿 mübahisəsiz

🇲🇽 indiscutido

Etymology

The word 'unchallenged' originated from the combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the verb 'challenge.' It first appeared in the early 17th century, evolving from the Middle English word 'chalengen' and the Old French word 'chalenge.' Over time, 'unchallenged' has come to signify something that is accepted or undisputed without question or opposition.

See also: challenge, challenged, challenger, challengers, challenges, challenging, challengingly, unchallengeable.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #18,280, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.