# undisturbed

/ˌəndɪˈstɝbd/ (US) · /ʌndɪstˈɜːbd/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Adjective

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/undisturbed
Updated: 2026-05-18

## Definition

not touched or moved by anyone. You use this to describe a place or thing that is left alone and in its natural state.

For teachers: 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.

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