Unperformed: meaning, definitions and examples

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unperformed

 

[ ʌnˈpɜːrˌfɔːrmd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

not executed

The term 'unperformed' refers to something that has not been executed, carried out, or achieved. This could relate to tasks, duties, assignments or any actions that are expected but remain incomplete. The unperformed status signifies an absence of action where it was anticipated, which can affect timelines and planning. While commonly used in various contexts, it is particularly relevant in project management and performance settings.

Synonyms

incomplete, pending, unexecuted, unfinished

Examples of usage

  • The unperformed tasks piled up quickly as deadlines approached.
  • Her unperformed duties were noted during the meeting.
  • We need to address the unperformed aspects of the project.
  • The artist's unperformed pieces remain a mystery.
  • The unperformed orders led to delays in delivery.

Translations

Translations of the word "unperformed" in other languages:

🇵🇹 não realizado

🇮🇳 अपूर्ण

🇩🇪 nicht durchgeführt

🇮🇩 tidak dilakukan

🇺🇦 невиконаний

🇵🇱 niewykonany

🇯🇵 未実施の

🇫🇷 non exécuté

🇪🇸 no realizado

🇹🇷 yerine getirilmemiş

🇰🇷 실행되지 않은

🇸🇦 غير المنفذ

🇨🇿 neprovedený

🇸🇰 neuskutočnený

🇨🇳 未执行的

🇸🇮 neizveden

🇮🇸 óframkvæmt

🇰🇿 орындалмаған

🇬🇪 არასრულყოფილი

🇦🇿 yerinə yetirilməmiş

🇲🇽 no realizado

Etymology

The word 'unperformed' is derived from the prefix 'un-' which indicates negation, combined with the past participle 'performed,' which comes from the Middle English 'performen.' The latter originates from the Old French 'parfournir' meaning 'to complete' or 'to fulfill,' which itself is rooted in the Latin 'perforare,' meaning 'to go through' or 'to accomplish thoroughly.' The negative prefix 'un-' has its roots in Old English, indicating the lack of action. The term has been increasingly utilized in business and performance art contexts to describe tasks or actions that have not yet been completed, signifying a gap between expectation and reality.