Word
unattached
Phoneticsun·at·tached, stress on the third syllable
US/ˌənəˈtætʃt/
UK/ʌnɐtˈætʃt/
Definition
adj. not joined to anything, and free to move or decide alone. You use it for loose things, and for people who are single.
adj. Not joined, fastened, or connected to something else. Also describes a person not in a romantic partnership or bound by ongoing commitments.
Examples
“She is unattached and enjoys her free time.”
“After his divorce, he described himself as unattached and focused on rebuilding his career.”
“She remained unattached to any political faction, which allowed her to mediate disputes with an impartiality her colleagues admired.”
Examples
simple
“She is unattached and enjoys her free time.”
contextual
“After his divorce, he described himself as unattached and focused on rebuilding his career.”
complex
“She remained unattached to any political faction, which allowed her to mediate disputes with an impartiality her colleagues admired.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “unattached” in context.
Verb
01. leave unattached
“Do not leave the safety harness unattached during the climb.”
verb + adj
02. remain unattached
“Many young professionals choose to remain unattached while building their careers.”
verb + adj
03. unattached to
“The document was found unattached to the original email.”
adj + prep
Adjective
04. currently unattached
“He is currently unattached and looking for a serious relationship.”
adv + adj
05. entirely unattached
“The cable was found entirely unattached to the main power source.”
adv + adj
06. happily unattached
“She enjoys her independence and remains happily unattached.”
adv + adj
Noun
07. unattached male
“The survey focused on the spending habits of the unattached male.”
adj + noun
08. unattached retina
“The surgeon examined the patient's unattached retina.”
adj + noun
09. eligible and unattached
“He was considered one of the most eligible and unattached bachelors in the city.”
10. remain unattached to any
“The diplomat preferred to remain unattached to any specific political faction.”
Usage
Often follows a linking verb such as 'be' or 'remain'; attributive use before a noun is common for objects.
Real-World Examples
“Spanning over 5,300 square feet, the over-century-old property features an unattached apartment space, a large chef's kitchen and a clear outlook of the coveted Schiller Pond.” “China has the world’s largest population of people 65 or older, and more and more of them are unattached.” “For the youthful and unattached in New York, dating has consistently been a numbers game, whether it involves counting the male-to-female ratio at a bar or speculating about the financial status of a potential partner across the dance floor.” “John Wetterer and Peter Bailey are both young, unattached, thriving individuals who are well-liked within their circles.” Etymology
From un- + attached.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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