unconditional

adjective

ˌən-kən-ˈdi-sh(ə-)nəl How to pronounce unconditional (audio)
Definition of unconditionalnext
as in absolute
having no exceptions or restrictions demanded an unconditional surrender

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Recent Examples of unconditional Despite his resolve to be gentler and kinder than Cotton, Hank still struggles to articulate his unconditional love to his son, Bobby. — Jordana Rosenfeld, Encyclopedia Britannica, 24 Aug. 2026 Bail was set at $40,000 unconditional or $20,000 with conditions, the county attorney’s office said Friday. — Austin Mullen, NBC news, 23 Aug. 2026 Forgo those weapons, as the Iranians have done until now, and the result is destruction, attempts at regime change, and demands for unconditional surrender. — Tom Nichols, The Atlantic, 20 Aug. 2026 Trump seems inclined to accept an Iranian victory and simply call it an American win, significantly scaling back his initial demand for Iran’s unconditional surrender. — Colin Pascal, Baltimore Sun, 18 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for unconditional
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unconditional
  1. absolute
  2. sheer
  3. utter
  4. complete
  5. pure
  6. simple
  7. total
  8. definite
Adjective
  • Almost all have private terraces or gardens, and the original frescoes and vaulted ceilings add to the feeling of absolute splendor.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Sep. 2026
  • This perfume features notes of cacao absolute and caramel, along with green hazelnut, jasmine sambac absolute, cedarwood, ambroxan, and moss providing a nutty and earthy element, too.
    — Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of absolute
Adjective
  • Beyond its sheer size and resort-level amenities, the estate’s value lies in the kind of construction and materials that are difficult to replicate at today’s costs.
    — David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 5 Sep. 2026
  • The baby pink style was made of a sheer, breezy pink fabric and featured crystallized spaghetti straps that gave way to frindgy crystalized trim that decorated the hem.
    — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 5 Sep. 2026
Definition of sheer
Adjective
  • This Ninth — featuring the Los Angeles Master Chorale and four superb vocal soloists (Saioa Hernández, Tamara Mumford, David Portillo and Ryan Speedo Green) — became Beethoven, alive in the moment, an instrument of utter joy.
    — Classical Music Critic, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Sweet, aromatic, and bubblegum pink, this playful cocktail is the utter definition of fun.
    — Bradleigh Mobley, Bon Appetit Magazine, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of utter
Adjective
  • The hierarchy have applied a couple of touch-ups here and there, adding Germany full-back Nathaniel Brown and Ismael Saibari, who had an impressive World Cup up front for Morocco, but this is a near-complete team.
    — James Horncastle, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
  • The Lions controlled the game from start to finish, putting in one of their most complete performances of the season while keeping a dangerous San Diego side from threatening.
    — Kyle Foley, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 Sep. 2026
Definition of complete
Adjective
  • Swift was born into the Anglo-Irish Protestant elite, and the text satires both the callousness of his class and a then-ascendant approach to morality and politics that held that all aspects of life could be cooked down to a pure numerical value.
    — Dónal Gill, The Dial, 8 Sep. 2026
  • Instead, Bier recognizes the pure joy of seeing these women drinking margaritas again, resulting in a vivid and sweet celebration that gradually reframes aging as a process of gaining power rather than losing it.
    — Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 8 Sep. 2026
Definition of pure
Adjective
  • Underpinning this assessment is the fact that disagreements between the two nations have gradually expanded beyond simple tariff disputes.
    — , CNBC, 9 Sep. 2026
  • In simple terms, cherry juice targets the muscle inflammation caused by exercise, known as oxidative stress.
    — Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
Definition of simple
Adjective
  • The calculation refers to nominal total returns, combining coupon income and changes in the bond's market price.
    — Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 3 Sep. 2026
  • The team was unable to protect its quarterbacks or consistently move the ball, finishing last in the NFL in total offense while allowing a league-high 64 sacks.
    — Jenny Catlin, New York Times, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of total
Adjective
  • Our first round of the showcase had a definite dumpling theme, which included the dumpling trio from China pavilion and two orders from Gyozas of the Galaxy, including basil pesto chicken (creamy) and street corn-style (sorta spicy).
    — Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Serving a vital manufacturing and export region in China, the Shenzhen facility supports growing cross-border trade, e-commerce shipments and time-definite international express services.
    — Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of definite

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