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
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The broader lesson is that global convergence is neither automatic nor guaranteed, but instead depends on certain conditions such as undisturbed markets, even as long-term progress has proven more robust than critics often assume. Chelsea Follett, Oc Register, 1 Feb. 2026 Temperatures have stayed cold in the state all week, meaning some ice remains on the ground in shady spots and undisturbed areas. Irene Wright, USA Today, 29 Jan. 2026 Cook them in a single layer, undisturbed, until golden and most moisture has evaporated. Hana Asbrink, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026 Leave pork undisturbed in the hot pan for a few minutes to get better caramelization. Gretchen McKay, Twin Cities, 22 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 5 Feb. 2026.

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