Definition

Not having any burdens, worries, or responsibilities; free and clear.

Example

After selling her house, she felt unencumbered and ready to travel the world.

Conversation

I love how you seem so unencumbered by life's stress.

Thanks! I try not to let worries weigh me down too much.

That must feel so freeing, being unencumbered like that.

It really is! I feel more focused on what truly matters.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unencumbered → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "encumber" (from Old French *encumber*, meaning to hinder or burden). The word "unencumbered" means not burdened or hindered by anything.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'not' ('un-') 'burdened' ('encumbered') — that's why unencumbered means free from burdens.

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