Definition

Something that is not assigned to a specific group or category.

Example

The report was marked as unclassified, so it could be shared with the public.

Conversation

Did you see that report on the new software?

Yeah, I heard it’s mostly unclassified information.

That makes it easier for everyone to access it.

Exactly! It’s great to have unclassified data available.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unclassified → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "classified" (from Latin "classificare", meaning to arrange into classes). The word "unclassified" means not arranged into any specific class or category.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being added to 'arranged into classes' ('classified') — that's why unclassified means something that hasn't been sorted into any category.

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