Definition

Not in harmony or not adjusted to something; lacking awareness or understanding of a situation or feeling.

Example

She felt unattuned to the emotions of her friends during the difficult time.

Conversation

I feel so unattuned to what's going on lately.

Yeah, it seems like everything is changing really fast.

It's like I'm missing out on all the trends and news.

I get that; sometimes it's hard to keep up with everything.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unattuned → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "attuned" (from Old French *atuner*, meaning to adjust or bring into harmony). The word "unattuned" means not adjusted or not in harmony with something.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being combined with 'adjusted' or 'in harmony' ('attuned') — that's why unattuned means not in harmony.

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