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unoccupied

Elementary (A2)

IPA: /ˌʌnˈɒkjʊpaɪd/

KK: /ʌnˈɑkjəˌpaɪd/

adjective
Definition

Not being used or filled; available for use or not currently occupied.


Example

The unoccupied room was perfect for the meeting.


Conversation
Sloth A
I noticed that the park is really unoccupied today.
Sloth B
Yeah, it’s nice to have some quiet time there.
Sloth A
We should take advantage of the unoccupied space and have a picnic.
Sloth B
Great idea! Let’s pack some snacks and enjoy the peace.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
vacant
idle
empty
Antonyms
occupied
busy
engaged
Root Explanation

Unoccupied → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "occupare" (meaning to seize or take up). The word "unoccupied" means not taken up or not seized, referring to a space or area that is empty.

Memory Tip

Think of a space that is 'not taken up' — 'un-' means not, and 'occupare' means to seize or take.

Visually Confused Words
unpreoccupied
underoccupied
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