Word
undisturbed
Phoneticsundis·turbed
US/ˌəndɪˈstɝbd/
UK/ʌndɪstˈɜːbd/
Definition
adj. not touched or moved by anyone. You use this to describe a place or thing that is left alone and in its natural state.
adj. not touched, moved, or interfered with. Often used to describe a state of peace or a natural environment that has not been altered by human activity.
Examples
“The forest remained undisturbed for centuries.”
“The archaeologists found the ancient site in an undisturbed state, preserving the original layout of the ruins.”
“The researchers observed the undisturbed behavior of the birds, noting how they reacted to the presence of the team without showing any signs of stress.”
Examples
simple
“The forest remained undisturbed for centuries.”
contextual
“The archaeologists found the ancient site in an undisturbed state, preserving the original layout of the ruins.”
complex
“The researchers observed the undisturbed behavior of the birds, noting how they reacted to the presence of the team without showing any signs of stress.”
Real-World Examples
“The Busquets remained untouched thanks to the fortuitous decision to build Menorca’s modern harbor on the other side of the island, leaving the Cove of Mysteries largely undisturbed.” “The scene is lit by an unbroken sun, her blond bob is undisturbed by any breeze, a lush fern sets off her popping pink dress.” Etymology
From un- + disturbed.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
ADJECTIVE
- 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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