Definition

Not educated or informed; lacking knowledge or training.

Example

The uninstructed students struggled to understand the complex topic.

Conversation

I met a kid today who seemed really uninstructed about basic math.

Oh really? That’s surprising, especially at his age.

Yeah, I guess some kids just don’t get the support they need.

It's true — being uninstructed can really hold them back.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Uninstructed → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "instructed" (from Latin "instruere", meaning to build up or prepare). The word "uninstructed" means not having been taught or prepared.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') having been 'built up' or 'prepared' ('instruere') — that's why uninstructed means not having received instruction.

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