unexcused

adjective

un·​ex·​cused ˌən-ik-ˈskyüzd 

: not excused

specifically : not officially excused or permitted

an unexcused absence

Examples of unexcused in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The study also found a reduction in unexcused absences, with researchers suggesting improved attendance may help explain some of the academic gains, particularly among middle and high school students. — ABC News, 9 June 2026

A student who misses an entire class period or arrives to class more than 10 minutes late is considered unexcused unless the teacher or dean receives a pass accounting for the student’s whereabouts. — Olivia Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 30 Mar. 2026

A student engaging in these activities would receive an unexcused absence for the whole day, and it would be counted against the district’s average daily attendance numbers, which are used to determine funding. — Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 4 Mar. 2026

The Texas Education Agency previously advised school districts to treat ICE walkouts like unexcused absences. — Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1650, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for unexcused

• abused
• accused
• amused
• bemused
• confused
• contused
• defused
• diffused
• disused
• effused
• enthused
• excused