unclosed
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ʌnˈkloʊzd/
KK: /ʌnˈkloʊzd/
adjective
Definition
Something that is not shut or finished; it remains open or unresolved.
Example
The unclosed door let in a cold draft.
Conversation
I just noticed that my window is still unclosed from last night.
Oh no, that might let in some cold air.
Yeah, I guess I should go and close it before it gets worse.
Good idea! Better safe than sorry.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
open
ajar
pending
Antonyms
closed
settled
resolved
verb
Definition
To not close something completely or to leave something open.
Example
The door was left unclosed, allowing the cold air to enter the room.
Tense Forms
Past: unclosed
Past Participle: unclosed
Conversation
Did you remember to unclose the window before you left?
Oh no, I completely forgot about that!
I hope it didn't rain in the room while I was out.
Root Explanation
Unclosed → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "closed" (from Old English "clōsan", meaning to shut or seal). The word "unclosed" means not shut or sealed.
Memory Tip
Think of 'not' ('un-') and 'shut' ('closed') to remember that 'unclosed' means something that is not shut.
Visually Confused Words
uninclosed
unenclosed
unglosed
closed
undisclosed
unglossed
uncrossed
uncoursed