Unhurried: meaning, definitions and examples
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unhurried
[ ʌnˈhʌr.ɪd ]
pace
Not showing or feeling any sense of hurry; relaxed and calm in manner.
Synonyms
calm, leisurely, relaxed, unrushed.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
| Word | Description / Examples |
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| unhurried |
This word is suitable when describing actions or movements that are done slowly and without any rush.
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| relaxed |
This word can describe a person's state of being free from tension and anxiety. It is also used to describe a setting or activity that promotes such a state.
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| calm |
This word is used when referring to a state of peace or lack of agitation. It can describe both a person's emotional state and an environment.
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| leisurely |
This term implies doing something in a way that is relaxed and not hurried, often with enjoyment. It is often used to describe activities done for pleasure.
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| unrushed |
Similar to 'unhurried,' this word is used to describe actions completed without haste. It emphasizes the absence of pressure to hurry.
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Examples of usage
- She spoke in a calm, unhurried voice.
- He took an unhurried approach to completing the project.
Translations
Translations of the word "unhurried" in other languages:
🇵🇹 despreocupado
🇮🇳 बिना जल्दी के
🇩🇪 unbeeilt
🇮🇩 tanpa tergesa-gesa
🇺🇦 неквапливий
🇵🇱 niespieszny
🇯🇵 急がない
🇫🇷 sans hâte
🇪🇸 sin prisa
🇹🇷 acele etmeyen
🇰🇷 서두르지 않는
🇸🇦 غير مستعجل
🇨🇿 neuspěchaný
🇸🇰 neponáhľajúci sa
🇨🇳 不慌不忙
🇸🇮 nepomemben
🇮🇸 óhugaður
🇰🇿 асықпайтын
🇬🇪 უძრავი
🇦🇿 tələsməyən
🇲🇽 sin prisa
Etymology
The word 'unhurried' originated from the combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'hurried'. The concept of being unhurried is often associated with a sense of peace and tranquility, allowing one to move at a comfortable and relaxed pace without feeling rushed or pressured. In a world filled with constant busyness, being unhurried can be a refreshing way to approach life and tasks.