unencumbered

adjective

un·​en·​cum·​bered ˌən-in-ˈkəm-bərd 

: free of encumbrance

unencumbered property

felt unencumbered by responsibilities while on vacation

Examples of unencumbered in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

For now, though, Rue looks truly happy, smiling an unencumbered, guileless smile. — Daniel D'addario, Variety, 1 June 2026

West-facing balconies and outdoor dining areas have unencumbered views of the best sunset in the Dutch Caribbean. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 June 2026

In 1982, the household carrying $1 million in net worth was largely unencumbered. — Matt Stephens, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026

When the LaFerrari launched, many fans complained that the hybrid hypercar would have been better if unencumbered by the electrical half of its power train. — Will Sabel Courtney, Robb Report, 28 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1722, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for unencumbered

• cumbered
• lumbered
• numbered
• slumbered
• encumbered
• incumbered
• outnumbered
• renumbered
• unnumbered