undisturbed

adjective

un·​dis·​turbed ˌən-di-ˈstərbd How to pronounce undisturbed (audio)
Synonyms of undisturbednext
: not disturbed : not altered or interfered with
allowing the dough to rest undisturbed
wanted to read undisturbed for a few hours
a pristine forest undisturbed by humans
: not agitated or troubled
was surprisingly undisturbed by the news

Examples of undisturbed in a Sentence

didn't tell him the sad news until after the test, so he would remain undisturbed
Recent Examples on the Web
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The tiny particles can pass through solid objects undisturbed. Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 8 Jan. 2026 The caves, virtually undisturbed for a hundred years, had an air of sanctity. Henry Wismayer, Travel + Leisure, 7 Jan. 2026 When Russian aircraft carrier bombs thwart their plans to seek a more undisturbed area, Russian soldiers start to seek out their bunker. Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 6 Jan. 2026 Add cabbage wedges and cook, undisturbed until browned, about 5 minutes. Amanda Stanfield, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for undisturbed

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1610, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of undisturbed was circa 1610

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“Undisturbed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/undisturbed. Accessed 16 Jan. 2026.

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