Definition

Not changed or processed by the body's metabolism.

Example

The drug remained unmetabolized in the bloodstream for several hours.

Conversation

I heard that some foods can stay unmetabolized in your body for a long time.

Really? I didn't know that was possible.

Yeah, it can affect your digestion and energy levels.

That makes sense — I should probably pay more attention to what I eat.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unmetabolized → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "metabolized" (from Greek "metabole" meaning change). The word "unmetabolized" means not having undergone the process of change or transformation that occurs in metabolism.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') having undergone a 'change' ('metabolized') — that's why unmetabolized refers to something that hasn't changed or transformed.

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