unimproved

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adjective (1)

un·​im·​proved ˌən-im-ˈprüvd How to pronounce unimproved (audio)
obsolete
: not reproved or admonished

unimproved

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adjective (2)

: not improved: such as
a
: not tilled, built on, or otherwise improved for use
unimproved land
b
: not used or employed advantageously
unimproved opportunities
c
: not selectively bred for better quality or productiveness

Examples of unimproved in a Sentence

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Adjective
The species has proven very successful at invading disturbed areas, open fields, unimproved pastures, rights of ways, and forest edges, according to the Alabama Cooperative Extension System. Mariyam Muhammad, The Enquirer, 16 Sep. 2024 The city is currently using our general fund to reduce scalloped streets where contiguous development does not exist then placing a lien on the unimproved property. Shawn Raymundo, The Arizona Republic, 9 July 2024 This parental control system has remained nearly unchanged and unimproved for many years. PCMAG, 5 June 2024 The grounds are maintained but otherwise unimproved and ripe for a savvy landscape designer. Mark David, Robb Report, 22 Mar. 2024 See all Example Sentences for unimproved 

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective (1)

1602, in the meaning defined above

Adjective (2)

1665, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of unimproved was in 1602

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“Unimproved.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unimproved. Accessed 16 Nov. 2024.

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