Definition

Not having been set up or recognized; lacking a firm foundation or status.

Example

The unestablished company struggled to gain clients and build a reputation.

Conversation

Have you heard about that new café opening downtown?

Yeah, I heard it’s unestablished and still working on its menu.

I hope they get it right because I love trying new places.

Same here! It would be a shame if it doesn’t make it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unestablished → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "establish" (from Old French *establir*, meaning to set up or make stable). The word "unestablished" means not set up or not made stable.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') having something 'set up' ('establish') — that's why unestablished means something that is not yet set up.

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