Untouched: meaning, definitions and examples

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untouched

 

[ สŒnหˆtสŒtสƒt ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

in its original state

Not changed, altered, or affected in any way; remaining in its original condition.

Synonyms

unaffected, unaltered, unchanged, undisturbed.

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Word Description / Examples
untouched

Use when something hasn't been physically handled or used, or when describing purity and originality.

  • The ancient ruins were left untouched by modern tourists.
  • The beauty of the landscape remained untouched.
unaffected

Use when something or someone remains unchanged by an event, condition, or influence.

  • She seemed unaffected by the harsh criticism.
  • The coastal area was unaffected by the hurricane.
unchanged

Use when describing something that has remained the same over time.

  • The village has remained unchanged for centuries.
  • Her expression remained unchanged despite the news.
unaltered

Use when something remains in its original state without any modifications.

  • The original manuscript was unaltered.
  • His opinion on the matter remains unaltered.
undisturbed

Use when something remains in its natural or expected state without interference or disruption.

  • The wildlife sanctuary is a place where animals can live undisturbed.
  • The contents of the room were left undisturbed.

Examples of usage

  • The ancient ruins stood untouched for centuries.
  • She kept the letter untouched in her drawer.
  • The beauty of the landscape was left untouched by human hands.
  • The painting remained untouched by time.
  • The untouched forest was a sight to behold.
Context #2 | Adjective

not having been handled or used

Not handled, used, or disturbed in any way.

Synonyms

unexplored, untapped, unused, virgin.

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untouched

This word is often used to describe something that has not been altered, used, or influenced. It can refer to physical objects, nature, or even concepts like emotions.

  • The pristine forest remained untouched by human activities.
  • His innocence remained untouched by the harsh realities of life.
unused

This word describes items or resources that have not been used or utilized. It generally refers to physical objects or abstractions like time or skills.

  • The library has a lot of unused space on the third floor.
  • He felt sad seeing his unused potential as a musician go to waste.
untapped

Use this word to talk about resources, potential, or opportunities that have not yet been exploited or utilized.

  • The company recognized the untapped potential in emerging markets.
  • There is untapped talent in rural areas that could benefit the industry.
unexplored

This term is used to describe something that has not been investigated or examined fully. It is common in discussions about new territories or ideas.

  • There are many unexplored regions in the deep ocean.
  • The concept offers unexplored opportunities for growth.
virgin

This term usually describes something that is in its natural, unaltered state. It is often used for forests, land, or materials. It can also refer to someone who has not had sexual intercourse, although this usage can be sensitive or carry cultural implications.

  • The team was excited to explore the virgin rainforest.
  • The company sources virgin plastic for their products.

Examples of usage

  • The treasure chest lay untouched at the bottom of the sea.
  • The document remained untouched on the desk.
  • The cake sat on the counter, untouched by anyone.
  • The box of toys remained untouched in the attic.
  • Her untouched book collection was a source of pride.

Translations

Translations of the word "untouched" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น intocado

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค…เค›เฅ‚เคคเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช unberรผhrt

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ tak tersentuh

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฝะตะดะพั‚ะพั€ะบะฐะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ nietkniฤ™ty

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆ‰‹ไป˜ใ‹ใš

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท intact

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ intacto

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท dokunulmamฤฑลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์†๋Œ€์ง€ ์•Š์€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุบูŠุฑ ู…ู„ู…ูˆุณ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nedotฤenรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ nedotknutรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆœช่งฆๅŠ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ nedotaknjen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ รณhreyft

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะพะป ั‚ะธะผะตะณะตะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒจแƒ”แƒฃแƒฎแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ”แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ toxunulmamฤฑลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ intacto

Etymology

The word 'untouched' originated from the combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and 'touched' which comes from the Old English 'tocian' meaning 'to handle or manipulate.' Over time, 'untouched' has come to represent something that has not been altered, disturbed, or affected in any way. The word has been commonly used in English language to describe things in their original state or condition.

See also: touch, touchable, touchably, touched, touchiness, touching, touchingly, touchy, untouchability, untouchable.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #11,116, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.