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Topic: Finance

unearned

IPA: /ʌnˈɜːrnəd/

KK: /ʌnˈɜrnd/

adjective

Definition: Something that is received without having worked for it or without deserving it.

Example: He received unearned praise for the project, even though he did not contribute much.

uneconomic

IPA: /ˌjuːnɪˈkɒnəmɪk/

KK: /jun'ekəˌnɪk/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is not financially efficient or is likely to result in a loss.

Example: The project was deemed uneconomic due to its high costs and low returns.

uneconomical

IPA: /ˌjuːnɪˈkɒnəmɪkəl/

KK: /ˌjunɪˈkɒnəmɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Not providing good value or profit; wasteful in terms of resources or money.

Example: The project was deemed uneconomical due to its high costs and low returns.

unemployability

IPA: /ˌʌnɪmˈplɔɪəˌbɪlɪti/

KK: /ʌnɪmˈplɔɪəˌbɪlɪti/

noun

Definition: The situation where a person is unable to find work or is not suitable for employment.

Example: Due to his lack of skills and experience, his unemployability became a serious concern for his family.

unemployable

IPA: /ˌʌnɪmˈplɔɪəbl/

KK: /ʌnɪmˈplɔɪəbl/

adjective

Definition: Not able to find or keep a job due to various reasons, making it difficult for someone to be hired.

Example: After years of not working, he felt unemployable and struggled to find a job.

unemployed

IPA: /ˌʌnɪmˈplɔɪd/

KK: /ʌnɪmˈplɔɪd/

adjective

Definition: Not having a job or work, especially when this is not by choice.

Example: After losing his job, he remained unemployed for several months.

noun

Definition: A group of people who do not have jobs and are looking for work.

Example: The government is providing support for the unemployed during the economic crisis.

unemployment

IPA: /ˌʌnɪmˈplɔɪmənt/

KK: /ʌnɪmˈplɔɪmənt/

noun

Definition: The situation when people are without jobs and actively looking for work, often due to economic conditions.

Example: The government is working to reduce unemployment by creating more job opportunities.

unencumbered

IPA: /ˌʌnɪnˈkʌmbəd/

KK: /ʌnɪnˈkʌmbərd/

adjective

Definition: Not having any burdens, worries, or responsibilities; free and clear.

Example: After selling her house, she felt unencumbered and ready to travel the world.

unexpended

IPA: /ˌʌnɪkˈspɛndɪd/

KK: /ʌnɪkˈspɛndɪd/

adjective

Definition: Not used or spent; remaining or unused.

Example: The unexpended funds will be carried over to the next fiscal year.

unexpired

IPA: //ʌnɪkˈspaɪəd//

KK: /ʌnɪkˈspaɪəd/

adjective

Definition: Still valid or in effect; not yet expired.

Example: The coupon is unexpired, so you can still use it for your purchase.

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