Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /nɒnˈstrʌkʧəd/
KK: /nɑnˈstrʌkʧərd/
Definition
Not organized or arranged in a specific way.
Example
The data was nonstructured, making it difficult to analyze.
Conversation

I noticed our study group has become a bit nonstructured lately.

Yeah, I feel like we’re just wandering from topic to topic.

Maybe we should set some clear goals for each session.

That sounds like a great idea to keep us on track!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
unorganized
chaotic
disordered
Antonyms
structured
organized
systematic
Root Explanation
Nonstructured → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "structured" (from Latin "structura", meaning arrangement or building). The word "nonstructured" means not arranged or lacking a specific structure.
Memory Tip
Think of 'not' ('non-') having a specific 'arrangement' ('structura') — that's why nonstructured means lacking a clear arrangement.
Visually Confused Words
constructure
structured
unconstructed
structure
unstrictured
unobstructed
uninstructed
contractured