Definition

Not supplied with electric power or current.

Example

The unelectrified areas of the village still rely on traditional energy sources.

Conversation

Did you see that old train station?

Yeah, it looks so unelectrified and abandoned now.

I wonder how long it has been like that.

Probably for years; it must have been beautiful when it was in use.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unelectrified → It is formed from the prefix 'un-' (meaning not) and 'electrified' (from 'electric' derived from Greek 'ēlektron', meaning amber, which was known to produce static electricity). The word 'unelectrified' means not electrified or lacking electrical charge.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being added to 'electrified', which relates to electricity. This helps you remember that 'unelectrified' means something that does not have electricity.

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