uncompressed
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ʌn.kəmˈprɛst/
KK: /ʌnˈkəmprɛst/
adjective
Definition
Describing something that has not been made smaller or more compact by compression.
Example
The uncompressed file takes up more space on the hard drive than the compressed version.
Conversation
Did you check the file I sent you?
Yeah, I did! The images are uncompressed, which is great for quality.
I thought it would make a difference in the final project.
Absolutely, uncompressed files really show all the details.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
expanded
loose
free
Antonyms
compressed
tight
dense
verb
Definition
To restore data or files to their original size and format after they have been compressed.
Example
After downloading the file, I uncompressed it to access the documents inside.
Tense Forms
Past: uncompressed
Past Participle: uncompressed
Conversation
Did you remember to send me the files you uncompressed?
Oh, I totally forgot! I’ll do it right now.
No worries, I just need them for the presentation.
Root Explanation
Uncompressed → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "compressed" (from Latin "comprimere", meaning to press together). The word "uncompressed" means not pressed together or not compacted.
Memory Tip
Think of 'not' ('un-') being applied to something that is 'pressed together' ('compressed'). This helps you remember that 'uncompressed' refers to something that is not compacted.
Visually Confused Words
compressed
subcompressed
unoppressed
unimpressed
unpressed
obcompressed
compressedly
uncaressed