Definition

Not used or not put to use; something that remains unused or ineffective.

Example

The unutilized resources in the warehouse could be better allocated to meet the demand.

Conversation

I noticed there are a lot of unutilized spaces in our community park.

Yeah, it’s a shame they could be used for activities or events.

Exactly! We should suggest some ideas to the city council.

That sounds like a great plan; it could really help bring the community together.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unutilized → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "utilized" (from Latin "utilis", meaning useful, and the suffix "-ize", meaning to make). The word "unutilized" means not made useful or not put to use.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') making something 'useful' ('utilis') — that's why unutilized means something that is not being used.

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