unbarred
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ʌnˈbɑːrd/
KK: /ʌnˈbɑrd/
adjective
Definition
Not secured or blocked by a bar, allowing free access or passage.
Example
The door was unbarred, making it easy for anyone to enter.
Conversation
Did you notice that the garden gate is unbarred now?
Yeah, I saw it earlier; it looks more welcoming this way.
I agree! It makes the whole place feel more open and friendly.
Absolutely! I think it encourages more people to come in and enjoy it.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
open
free
clear
Antonyms
barred
closed
restricted
verb
Definition
To remove a barrier or obstruction, allowing access or passage.
Example
The door was unbarred, letting the light flood into the room.
Tense Forms
Past: unbarred
Past Participle: unbarred
Conversation
I finally unbarred the window to let some fresh air in.
That's great! It was getting stuffy in here.
Yeah, I felt like I was suffocating a little.
Root Explanation
Unbarred → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "bar" (from Old English "bearwe", meaning a barrier or obstruction) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a past participle). The word "unbarred" means not having a barrier or obstruction, implying openness or accessibility.
Memory Tip
Think of something that is 'not' ('un-') blocked by a 'barrier' ('bar') — that's why unbarred means open or accessible.
Visually Confused Words
undebarred
untarred
unmarred
unjarred
unbred
barred
undisbarred
unbestarred