unfinished

adjective

un·​fin·​ished ˌən-ˈfi-nisht 

: not finished:

a

: not brought to an end or to the desired final state

b

: being in a rough state : unpolished

c

: subjected to no other processes (such as bleaching or dyeing) after coming from the loom

Examples of unfinished in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Jordan Armstrong The strong, motivated and sassy business woman, who has an unfinished connection with Harper from college. —Okla Jones, Essence, 22 Oct. 2024

Spreading yourself too thin and leaving projects unfinished can delay real success. —Goro Gupta, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024

Ross shared an office with a documentary company whose principals were friendly with Harris’ agent and who possessed two chapters of the unfinished book. —Pamela McClintock, The Hollywood Reporter, 31 Oct. 2024

In July 2023, an unfinished version of Desert Warrior underwent audience testing in Las Vegas. —Jake Kanter, Deadline, 30 Oct. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1539, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing unfinished

• unfinished business

Kids Definition

unfinished

adjective

un·​fin·​ished ˌən-ˈfin-isht 

: not finished

especially : not brought to the desired state

unfinished furniture