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Unpainted: meaning, definitions and examples

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unpainted

 

[ ʌnˈpeɪntɪd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

describing appearance

The term 'unpainted' refers to something that has not been coated with paint. This can apply to various surfaces such as wood, metal, or walls. An unpainted surface typically appears in its natural state, showcasing its original texture and color. In the context of construction or art, unpainted items might be preferred for a raw aesthetic or for practical reasons such as allowing the material to breathe.

Synonyms

natural, raw, unfinished

Examples of usage

  • The unpainted fence looked weathered and rustic.
  • She preferred unpainted furniture for her minimalist home.
  • He bought unpainted canvases for his next art project.

Translations

Translations of the word "unpainted" in other languages:

🇵🇹 não pintado

🇮🇳 अनपेंटेड

🇩🇪 unlackiert

🇮🇩 tidak dicat

🇺🇦 непофарбований

🇵🇱 niepomalowany

🇯🇵 未塗装

🇫🇷 non peint

🇪🇸 sin pintar

🇹🇷 boyanmamış

🇰🇷 칠하지 않은

🇸🇦 غير مطلي

🇨🇿 nenatřený

🇸🇰 nenatretý

🇨🇳 未涂漆

🇸🇮 nepobarvan

🇮🇸 ómálaður

🇰🇿 боялмаған

🇬🇪 არადაწერილი

🇦🇿 rənglənməmiş

🇲🇽 sin pintar

Etymology

The word 'unpainted' is a compound adjective formed by the prefix 'un-' combined with the past participle 'painted.' The prefix 'un-' comes from Old English 'un-', meaning 'not' or 'opposite of,' and is commonly used in the English language to negate verbs and adjectives. The root word 'painted' derives from the verb 'to paint,' which originates from the Latin 'pingere,' meaning 'to paint, to smear.' As paint became an essential medium for expression in art and decoration, the concept of something being 'unpainted' emerged, highlighting the value of natural materials and textures. The use of the term likely gained prominence with various artistic movements that began to appreciate simplicity and raw aesthetics in the 20th century.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,958, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.