Definition

Something that has not been tried or examined before.

Example

The new software is still untested, so we need to be careful when using it.

Conversation

Have you heard about that new app everyone's talking about?

Yeah, but I've heard it's still untested in real-life situations.

That makes me a bit hesitant to try it out.

Same here! I prefer sticking to things that are proven to work.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Untested → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "test" (from Latin "testari", meaning to witness or prove) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a past participle). The word "untested" means not having been proven or witnessed, indicating something that has not been subjected to a test or trial.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') having been 'proven' or 'witnessed' ('test') — that's why untested means something that hasn't been tested.

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