# unaffected

/ˌənəˈfɛktɪd/ (US) · /ʌnɐfˈɛktɪd/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Adjective

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/unaffected
Updated: 2026-05-06

## Definition

not changed or influenced by something. You use this when someone stays calm or something stays the same even when things around them change.

For teachers: not changed, modified, or influenced by an external factor. Often describes a person's state of mind or the status of a physical object after an event.

## Examples

- The old house remained unaffected by the storm.
- Despite the sudden drop in stock prices, her long-term investment strategy remained unaffected.
- While many neighboring businesses were forced to close during the recession, the local bakery remained largely unaffected due to its loyal customer base and low overhead costs.

## Pitfalls

- Not "he was unaffected from the news" but "he was unaffected by the news" — The adjective 'unaffected' typically takes the preposition 'by' to indicate the source of influence.

## Usage notes

- Often follows a linking verb like 'remain', 'stay', or 'be'.

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