unstructured
adjective
un·struc·tured
ˌən-ˈstrək-chərd 
: lacking structure or organization: such as
a
: not formally organized in a set or conventional pattern
an unstructured question
feel insecure in an unstructured situation
b
: not having a system or hierarchy typical of an organized society
Examples of unstructured in a Sentence
Unstructured play time is important for children.
Her life is very unstructured.
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Joe Rassel, The Orlando Sentinel, 18 June 2025
There’s a whole marketplace structure of unstructured technology toolset vendors today.
—Adrian Bridgwater, Forbes.com, 16 June 2025
Everyone rocked their spin on Todd’s elevated yet approachable aesthetic: unstructured blazers over vintage tees, Gurkha pants with cowboy boots, and seersucker layered with denim.
—Michael Stefanov, Robb Report, 11 June 2025
In keeping with that environment, the canape dishes are served on rough-textured, sandstone-style dishware, and the patio staff wear unstructured, nubby wool jackets.
—Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 June 2025
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“Unstructured.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unstructured. Accessed 22 Jun. 2025.
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unstructured
adjective
un·struc·tured
ˌən-ˈstrək-chərd
: lacking structure : not formally organized
unstructured psychological tests
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