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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

unbeknown

IPA: /ˌʌnbɪˈnoʊn/

KK: /ʌnˈbɪˌnoʊn/

adjective

Definition: Existing or happening without someone's knowledge.

Example: The decision was made unbeknown to the entire team.

unbeknownst

IPA: /ˌʌnbɪˈnoʊnst/

KK: /ʌnbɪˈnoʊnst/

adjective

Definition: Not known or recognized by someone.

Example: Unbeknownst to her, a surprise party was being planned.

adverb

Definition: Without the knowledge of someone or something; not known by a particular person or group.

Example: She made plans for the party, unbeknownst to her husband.

unbelieving

IPA: //ʌn.bɪˈliː.vɪŋ//

KK: /ʌnˈbɪlivɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Not accepting something as true or real; having doubts about something.

Example: She gave him an unbelieving look when he told her the news.

unbending

IPA: /ʌnˈbɛndɪŋ/

KK: /ʌnˈbɛndɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Not flexible or willing to change; strict and rigid in attitude or behavior.

Example: Her unbending principles made it difficult for her to compromise.

unbeseeming

IPA: //ˌʌn.bɪˈsiː.mɪŋ//

KK: /ʌnˈbisiːmɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Not suitable or appropriate for a particular situation; lacking in proper decorum or manners.

Example: Her loud laughter at the serious meeting was considered unbeseeming by her colleagues.

unbiased

IPA: //ʌnˈbaɪəst//

KK: /ʌnˈbaɪəst/

adjective

Definition: Not showing any favoritism or prejudice; treating all sides equally and fairly.

Example: The judge made an unbiased decision based on the evidence presented.

unbiasedness

IPA: /ʌnˈbaɪədnəs/

KK: /ʌnˈbaɪədnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of not being influenced by personal feelings or opinions, allowing for fair and impartial judgment.

Example: The unbiasedness of the research ensured that the results were credible and trustworthy.

unbidden

IPA: //ʌnˈbɪdən//

KK: /ʌnˈbɪdən/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that occurs without being invited or requested, often referring to thoughts or actions that come to mind unexpectedly.

Example: The memories of her childhood came back unbidden, filling her with nostalgia.

unblinkered

IPA: //ʌnˈblɪŋkərd//

KK: /ʌnˈblɪŋkərd/

adjective

Definition: Not limited in perspective; having a clear and open view of a situation or issue.

Example: After discussing the problem with her team, she felt more unblinkered about the possible solutions.

unblinkingly

IPA: /ʌnˈblɪŋkɪŋli/

KK: /ʌnˈblɪŋkɪŋli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows no hesitation or fear; without showing any emotion or reaction.

Example: She stared unblinkingly at the bright lights, refusing to look away.

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