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

Despite the uncharacteristically prompt arrivals, an unhurried air of European hospitality permeated the event, which was hosted by chairman Leonardo Ferragamo and creative director Maximilian Davis. — Emily Tannenbaum, Vogue, 24 Oct. 2026

The unhurried rhythm is part of the draw for the fashion houses that have chosen to open here, as well as for the locals and travelers who come to explore. — Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2026

The song develops into a slow-burn, lighters-up jam, its long, unhurried coda like getting lost in a sea of echoing, overlapping memories. — Dash Lewis, Pitchfork, 23 Oct. 2026

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

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