Untended: meaning, definitions and examples

Used mainly to describe something, especially plants or a garden, that has not been taken care of.

• The garden looked wild and untended after months of being left alone.

Implies something or someone has been ignored or poorly taken care of, often over a long period. It suggests a lack of proper attention.

• The neglected building was falling apart.
• The dog's fur was matted from neglect.

Describes something or someone left completely alone, often in a place that is isolated or no longer used.

• The car looked abandoned on the side of the road.
• The abandoned house was spooky and overgrown.

Typically used to describe something or someone left alone without supervision, and it could imply potential risk or danger.

• Please do not leave your bags unattended.
• The child was wandering around unattended.

Similar to 'neglected', but it often carries more emotional weight, suggesting a lack of love or attention.

• He felt uncared-for after his parents' divorce.
• The uncared-for pets were rescued by the shelter.

Best used when describing something that has been left without care or attention, often leading to neglect.

• The garden became overgrown and wild because it was untended

Best used when discussing issues or problems that have not been dealt with or resolved.

• The concerns raised by the employees remained unaddressed by the management

Best used when describing a situation or conflict that has not been settled or concluded.

• The dispute between the two parties remained unresolved after several meetings

Best used when referring to something that has not been recognized or accepted, often feelings or contributions.

• Her efforts in organizing the event went unacknowledged by her team