unhurried

adjective

un·​hur·​ried ˌən-ˈhər-ēd 

-ˈhə-rēd

: not hurried : leisurely

an unhurried pace

unhurriedly adverb

Synonyms of unhurried

• leisurely
• slow

Examples of unhurried in a Sentence

we cycled at an unhurried pace and saved our strength for the hills up ahead

Recent Examples on the Web

Amenities and experiences True to the unhurried rhythm of the avenue, The Warbler provides a complimentary daily streetcar pass, one of the great pleasures of visiting and living in the Crescent City. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Oct. 2026

For solo diners, phone-free meals, unhurried pacing and intentional atmosphere can become part of the experience rather than optional extras. — Ashley Lynch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Oct. 2026

Even without their local ties, Gash are a shoe-in at Eaux Claires, the Wisconsin music festival founded by Justin Vernon that expands on the experimental curiosity and unhurried approach at the heart of Bon Iver’s latter career. — Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 13 Oct. 2026

For Hunt, these dinners act as an unhurried shelter for creative incubation. — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1774, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for unhurried

• unburied
• curried
• flurried
• hurried
• scurried
• worried

Kids Definition

unhurried

adjective

un·​hur·​ried ˌən-ˈhər-ēd 

-ˈhə-rēd

: not hurried : leisurely

an unhurried pace

unhurriedly adverb