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unchanged

 

[ ʌnˈtʃeɪndʒd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

not altered

Remaining the same; not changed or modified.

Synonyms

constant, unaltered, unchanging.

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Word Description / Examples
unchanged

This word again appears to emphasize the same context as 'unchanged', highlighting something that has stayed the same over time.

  • The recipe has kept unchanged for generations.
  • The situation remains unchanged since our last discussion.
unaltered

This word is typically used to emphasize that something has not been modified or tampered with.

  • The document remained unaltered after the review.
  • His unaltered appearance surprised everyone who hadn't seen him in years.
constant

This word is used for something that persists without change over time, often implying stability or reliability.

  • The speed of light is a constant in physics.
  • She gave him constant support during hard times.
unchanging

This word implies a state of being that does not change, often describing something permanent or enduring.

  • The unchanging landscape of the desert was mesmerizing.
  • His unchanging attitude towards life was both admirable and frustrating.

Examples of usage

  • The document was left unchanged from the original version.
  • Her opinion on the matter remained unchanged despite new evidence.
  • The rules of the game were to remain unchanged for the entire season.

Translations

Translations of the word "unchanged" in other languages:

🇵🇹 inalterado

🇮🇳 अपरिवर्तित

🇩🇪 unverändert

🇮🇩 tidak berubah

🇺🇦 незмінний

🇵🇱 niezmieniony

🇯🇵 変わらない (kawaranai)

🇫🇷 inchangé

🇪🇸 sin cambios

🇹🇷 değişmemiş

🇰🇷 변하지 않은 (byeonhaji anheun)

🇸🇦 غير متغير (ghayr mutaghayyir)

🇨🇿 nezměněný

🇸🇰 nezmenený

🇨🇳 不变 (bù biàn)

🇸🇮 nespremenjen

🇮🇸 óbreytt

🇰🇿 өзгермеген

🇬🇪 უცვლელი (ucvleli)

🇦🇿 dəyişməz

🇲🇽 sin cambios

Etymology

The word 'unchanged' originated from the combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'changed', which comes from the Latin word 'cambiare' meaning 'to exchange'. The concept of remaining the same without alteration has been a fundamental aspect of human language and communication, with the need to express consistency and stability in various contexts.

See also: change, changeability, changeable, changeably, changed, changeover, changer, changes, changing, exchange, interchange, unchangeability, unchangeable, unchangeably, unchanging, unchangingly.

Word Frequency Rank

At #5,686 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.