UNALTERED Synonyms: 53 Similar and Opposite Words

unaltered

adjective

Definition of unaltered

as in untouched

not changed or altered; remaining in an original state unaltered photographs an unaltered landscape

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Recent Examples of unaltered Without a root-and-branch breakdown of this legacy, there is the ever-present danger that, though names and governments might change, these prisons will reemerge unaltered. — Amer Matar, The Dial, 26 May 2026 Trump has sought an unaltered renewal of the existing law, according to Politico. — Kevin Fixler april 22, Idaho Statesman, 22 Apr. 2026 Half of our participants saw their face in a totally unaltered way. — Utkarsh Gupta, Scientific American, 15 Apr. 2026 It is anticipated that the changes stemming from the TAC discussions will leave the race action largely unaltered. — Luke Smith, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for unaltered

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Adjective

Lopez’s waist-length strands—styled in a middle part—appeared frizz-free, seemingly untouched by the heat.

— Hannah Malach, InStyle, 7 July 2026
The gleaming Oscar sat nestled in a row of teddy bears on Jackie Cazares’ bed — a one-of-a-kind keepsake in a room her parents have left largely untouched since the 9-year-old died in the 2022 school shooting in Uvalde, Texas.

— Faith Karimi, CNN Money, 6 July 2026

Definition of untouched

Adjective

Unlike airport security employees who worked without pay for weeks, most ICE and Border Patrol operations continued largely unimpaired due to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.

— Sam Gringlas, NPR, 13 Apr. 2026
What might someone with unimpaired vision see when looking at Dorothy?

— Lili Anolik, Vanity Fair, 12 Jan. 2026

Definition of unimpaired

Adjective

Cameron Knight The iconic water tower in Florence appears to be undamaged and is no longer emitting water.

— David Ferrara, Cincinnati Enquirer, 19 June 2026
Troopers located the gauge inside the residence and determined the radioactive source remained intact and undamaged, according to a news release.

— Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 3 June 2026

Definition of undamaged

Adjective

The city's website also includes guidelines regarding the disposal of sandbags — only dry and uncontaminated bags should be reused, and those that have been exposed to floodwaters should be placed in residents' bulk trash piles for collection.

— Sarah Perkel, USA Today, 28 May 2026
Lin collects uncontaminated plastics which include needle and medication caps, as well as plastic containers.

— Molly McCrea, CBS News, 1 May 2026

Definition of uncontaminated

Adjective

Despite growing interest, Bocas retains an unspoiled charm due to limited access and the absence of large resorts, ensuring a tranquil experience.

— Joe Yogerst, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026
Just like the director’s films skip festivals and initially rely on minimalistic marketing, passing on early screenings could be interpreted as another way to ensure audience members go into the film unspoiled.

— Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 25 June 2026

Definition of unspoiled

Adjective

Even if many of the passes were simple, completing 84 unblemished ones is never a formality.

— Conor O'Neill, New York Times, 13 June 2026
The intimate, high-design interior is replete with a royal scepter–like shifter, rich wood veneers, and unblemished hides sourced from Scandinavian bulls.

— Lawrence Ulrich, Robb Report, 12 June 2026

Definition of unblemished

Adjective

The soil below two inches should be unharmed, Adams said, so long as new compost is set and plants are watered plentifully, which will promote natural biological cycles.

— Christopher Buchanan, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026
Marcon was unharmed and was already at the Presidential Palace when the explosions occurred, the Élysée Palace said in a statement.

— Sana Noor Haq, CNN Money, 7 July 2026

Definition of unharmed

Adjective

Linger there for some stargazing beneath a sky totally untainted by light.

— Todd Plummer, Robb Report, 19 June 2026
The motion concluded an untainted special counsel was necessary because the issues involved allegations of contempt and misconduct at high levels in the Justice Department.

— Jason Meisner, Chicago Tribune, 17 June 2026

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