Undistributed: meaning, definitions and examples

This word is used when something has not been divided or spread out to different people or places. It is often used in financial or logistical contexts.

• The funds remained undistributed due to the delay in processing.
• The undistributed food was stored in the warehouse.

This word is appropriate when resources, money, or tasks have not been assigned or designated to a specific person, department, or use. It is commonly used in budgeting, resource management, or project planning.

• The project has some unallocated funds that we can use for emergencies.
• There are still unallocated tasks that need volunteers.

Use this word when something has not been shared or made available to others. It often carries a negative connotation of exclusivity or secrecy.

• The unshared information caused confusion among the team members.
• There are still unshared updates that need to be communicated to the stakeholders.

Typically used in legal, official, or formal contexts, this word means that something has not been divided or assigned according to a plan or ratio. It is less frequently used in everyday conversation.

• The unapportioned revenues will be discussed in the next meeting.
• The unapportioned votes were a point of contention in the election.

Same as the first context given for 'undistributed' since it was used twice.

• The supplies were undistributed because the shipment arrived late
• The undistributed funds will be reallocated next quarter

When resources or assets have not been designated to a specific use or project.

• The budget has unallocated funds that could be used for unforeseen expenses
• We have unallocated space on the server

When something has not been shared or disclosed with others.

• Her discoveries remained unshared until the conference
• The unshared feelings caused tension in their relationship

When something is whole and has not been separated into parts. It can also mean full attention or focus when describing attention.

• She gave him her undivided attention during the meeting
• The land remained undivided among the heirs