Unrated: meaning, definitions and examples

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unrated

 

[ ʌnˈreɪtɪd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

rating system

The term 'unrated' refers to something that has not been officially rated or evaluated within a specific standard or system. In various contexts such as films, games, or products, being unrated indicates that the item has not been assigned a rating that typically conveys its quality, age-appropriateness, or suitability for certain audiences. This can leave the audience unaware of any potential issues regarding content or quality. In some cases, this label can suggest that the item is either new, independent, or not yet submitted for rating. It is important to note that not all items may be eligible for rating.

Synonyms

unassessed, unclassified

Examples of usage

  • The unrated version of the film contains additional scenes.
  • Many indie games are released as unrated on early access platforms.
  • The product remains unrated until it undergoes quality testing.

Translations

Translations of the word "unrated" in other languages:

🇵🇹 não classificado

🇮🇳 अनरेटेड

🇩🇪 unbewertet

🇮🇩 belum dinilai

🇺🇦 некласифікований

🇵🇱 nieoceniony

🇯🇵 未評価の

🇫🇷 non évalué

🇪🇸 no clasificado

🇹🇷 değerlendirilmemiş

🇰🇷 평가되지 않음

🇸🇦 غير مصنف

🇨🇿 neohodnoceno

🇸🇰 neocenený

🇨🇳 未评级的

🇸🇮 neocenjen

🇮🇸 ómetinn

🇰🇿 бағаланбаған

🇬🇪 არასახლებული

🇦🇿 qiymətləndirilməmiş

🇲🇽 no clasificado

Word origin

The term 'unrated' stems from the prefix 'un-', meaning 'not', combined with 'rated', which originates from the Middle English word 'rat', referring to a grade or evaluation. The concept of rating has its roots in the Latin word 'ratios', meaning 'computation' or 'reckoning'. The use of 'unrated' gained popularity in the latter half of the 20th century, particularly in the context of movies and video games, where various organizations and boards began formally categorizing content to guide audiences. As content became more widespread and varied, 'unrated' emerged as an important label, indicating material that had not yet been evaluated, thus influencing consumer choices and regulatory practices. Today, the term is commonly used across various media and products, highlighting the need for assessment and evaluation.