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undisturbed
/ˌʌn.dɪˈstɜːrbd/
not interrupted or changed
The scientist worked in an undisturbed laboratory for hours.
The scientist worked alone without any interruptions for hours.
neutral
not interrupted, bothered, or changed in any way
She enjoyed an undisturbed night's sleep after taking the medication.
She slept deeply without any disturbances all night.
The ancient ruins remained undisturbed for centuries.
No one touched or altered the ancient ruins for hundreds of years.
Often describes a state of calm, tranquility, or preservation.
Collocations
remain undisturbedto stay calm or unchangedundisturbed peacea state of complete calmnessleave something undisturbedto avoid touching or interfering with something
Pro Tip
Common Mistakes
Avoid using 'undisturbed' to describe people who are emotionally calm. Use 'calm' or 'composed' instead. 'Undisturbed' primarily describes environments or conditions.
Gold Rule
When to Use 'Undisturbed'
Use 'undisturbed' when you want to emphasize that something has not been interrupted, changed, or bothered. It often carries a positive connotation of peace or tranquility.
Word Origin
From Old English 'undisturbod' (past participle of 'disturbian' meaning 'to disturb'), with the prefix 'un-' negating the verb. The word has been in continuous use since the 14th century.
Usage Notes
Commonly used to describe environments, states of mind, or conditions that are free from disruption. Often implies a positive or desirable state.
Word Breakdown
un-
not
prefixdisturbed
interrupted or troubled
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