uncapped
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: //ʌnˈkæpt//
KK: /ʌnˈkæpt/
adjective
Definition
Describing something that is not covered or sealed at the top, or not limited in amount or extent.
Example
The uncapped bottle spilled its contents all over the table.
Conversation
Did you hear about the new player on the team?
Yeah, I heard he's uncapped and really talented!
I wonder when he’ll get his first game then.
Hopefully soon — it’s always exciting to see uncapped players make their debut!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
open
unrestricted
unlimited
Antonyms
capped
restricted
limited
verb
Definition
To remove the cap or cover from something, such as a bottle or container.
Example
He uncapped the bottle to pour some water.
Tense Forms
Past: uncapped
Past Participle: uncapped
Conversation
Did you see that bottle? I accidentally uncapped it while trying to open it.
Oh no! Was it a big mess?
Yeah, it spilled everywhere; I had to clean it up quickly.
Root Explanation
Uncapped → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "capped" (from the verb "cap" which comes from Latin "caput", meaning head or top). The word "uncapped" means not having a cap or top covering.
Memory Tip
Think of 'not' ('un-') having a 'top' or 'head' ('cap') — that's why uncapped means something that does not have a top.
Visually Confused Words
untapped
unsapped
unnapped
unmapped
unlapped
uncupped
napped
capped