Definition

Not being followed by someone, especially on social media.

Example

After the argument, she unfollowed him on Instagram.

Conversation

Did you see that I unfollowed a bunch of accounts yesterday?

Yeah, I noticed! It seemed like a lot.

I just felt like my feed was too cluttered with unfollowed posts.

Totally get that! Sometimes a clean feed is all you need.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unfollowed → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "followed" (from Old English "fōlgan", meaning to go after or to pursue). The word "unfollowed" means not having been followed or pursued.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') pursuing or going after someone ('fōlgan') — that's why unfollowed means not followed.

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