unaffected
adjective
un·af·fect·ed
ˌən-ə-ˈfek-təd 
1
: not influenced or changed mentally, physically, or chemically
2
: free from affectation : genuine
unaffectedly
adverb
unaffectedness
noun
Synonyms of unaffected
Examples of unaffected in a Sentence
They shortened the book when they made the movie, but the basic story remained unaffected.
He has a friendly and unaffected manner.
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Simone McCarthy, CNN Money, 6 May 2026
Warming temperatures and extreme weather patterns are expanding the virus’ range, allowing infected rodents to migrate into previously unaffected regions across Argentina.
—Isabel Debre, Los Angeles Times, 6 May 2026
The design features waterproof, encapsulated coils on both the charging station and the ship that remain unaffected by salt or algae.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 6 May 2026
Fortunately for all lovers of the classic burger, there is no shortage of places that have survived decades and seem entirely unaffected by time or trends.
—George Motz, Southern Living, 6 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for unaffected
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“Unaffected.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unaffected. Accessed 9 May. 2026.
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unaffected
adjective
un·af·fect·ed
ˌən-ə-ˈfek-təd
1
: not influenced or changed mentally, physically, or chemically
2
: free from false behavior intended to impress others : genuine
unaffectedly
adverb
unaffectedness
noun
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