Unguided: meaning, definitions and examples
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unguided
[ ʌnˈɡaɪdɪd ]
lack of guidance
The term 'unguided' refers to a state of being without direction, supervision, or guidance. This can apply to various contexts, such as unguided projects, individuals making decisions without advice, or processes that operate without oversight. In many cases, being unguided can lead to uncertainty and confusion due to the absence of support or leadership. However, in other instances, it may foster independence and self-reliance.
Synonyms
unconstrained, uncontrolled, unmanaged.
Examples of usage
- The unguided tour left many visitors confused.
- He made unguided decisions during the project.
- The unguided missile missed its target.
- Her unguided journey led her to unexpected places.
Translations
Translations of the word "unguided" in other languages:
🇵🇹 desorientado
🇮🇳 अराजक
🇩🇪 ungelenkt
🇮🇩 tanpa panduan
🇺🇦 некерований
🇵🇱 niekierowany
🇯🇵 無指導の
🇫🇷 non guidé
🇪🇸 sin guía
🇹🇷 rehbersiz
🇰🇷 비지도
🇸🇦 غير موجه
🇨🇿 neřízený
🇸🇰 neusmernený
🇨🇳 未指导的
🇸🇮 neusmerjen
🇮🇸 óbeittur
🇰🇿 басқарылмаған
🇬🇪 არამართული
🇦🇿 bələdçisiz
🇲🇽 sin guía
Etymology
The word 'unguided' is formed by the prefix 'un-', which denotes negation, and the root word 'guided', which comes from the verb 'to guide'. The root 'guide' traces back to the Old French term 'guidier', and further to the Latin 'guidare', signifying leading or directing. The formation of the term 'unguided' emphasizes the absence of guidance in various contexts, illustrating a journey or process that occurs without support. It has been in use in English since at least the 19th century, often in contexts related to travel, behavior, and technology, such as unguided missiles or unguided tours. The use of this term highlights a significant aspect of human and mechanical endeavors where guidance plays a crucial role.