Synonyms of unlocked

unlocked 1 of 2

adjective

as in unlatched

Related Words

• unlatched
• unsealed
• unfastened
• unbolted
• unbarred
• unfolded
• revealed
• wide
• gaping
• unclasped
• unzipped
• unfurled
• unoccupied
• unbuttoned
• exposed
• emptied
• unclenched
• cleared
• yawning
• empty
• vacant
• unobstructed
• navigable
• enterable
• unclosed
• passable
• open
• unstopped
• free
• unclogged
• clear

Dissimilar Words

• stopped
• blocked
• closed
• shut
• plugged
• stuffed
• clogged
• obstructed
• jammed
• uncleared
• impassable
• hindered
• hampered
• cramped
• constricted
• gated
• encumbered
• blockaded
• dammed
• trammeled
• impeded
• interfered (with)
• barricaded

unlocked

2 of 2

verb

past tense of unlock

as in unleashed

to set free (from a state of being held in check)

that last insult unlocked her tongue, and she finally said what she really thought

Synonyms & Similar Words

• unleashed
• loosened
• released
• let go
• uncorked
• expressed
• unloosed
• unloosened
• liberated
• loosed
• emancipated
• aired
• enfranchised
• unshackled
• freed
• manumitted
• sprang
• discharged
• unchained
• unfettered
• unbound
• uncaged
• took out
• vented
• unmoored

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• checked
• contained
• held
• controlled
• inhibited
• regulated
• restrained
• governed
• constrained
• tamed
• curbed
• smothered
• reined (in)
• bridled
• handcuffed
• shackled
• confined
• bound
• hampered
• manacled
• fettered
• trammeled
• enchained
• haltered

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of unlocked

Adjective

Additionally, an unlocked smartphone that isn’t restricted to one carrier is a great way to store and communicate critical data, such as travel plans and copies of your medical history. — Elaine Reno, The Conversation, 8 Sep. 2026

Officers opened the unlocked apartment door and found a woman lying on her side with stab wounds. — Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 5 Sep. 2026

The feeling of safety as my hand touches the doorknob and the house is unlocked. — Alex Jovanovich, Artforum, 1 Sep. 2026

For instance, whether enterprises can leverage AI to improve efficiency and translate those gains into higher profits and lower prices remains a potential that has yet to be fully unlocked. — CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026

Because the phone is carrier-unlocked, it can be activated with compatible providers. — Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 27 Aug. 2026

The strategy is more akin to looking for unlocked doors versus high-tech hacking. — Ramy Inocencio, CBS News, 24 Aug. 2026

Earlier this month, Colorado Parks and Wildlife reported that a black bear died after getting trapped inside an unlocked vehicle in Colorado Springs. — Amber Harding Outkick, FOXNews.com, 24 Aug. 2026

Colorado Parks and Wildlife said the bear, which weighed about 300 pounds, entered an unlocked vehicle while searching for food, became trapped inside and likely was exposed to the summer heat over several days before it was discovered. — Mike Snider, USA Today, 22 Aug. 2026

Verb

Trauma and tragedies—such as the death of his parents, or periods of estrangement from his siblings—receive less scrutiny than the emotions unlocked by Virginia Woolf or Roland Barthes. — Literary Hub, 17 Sep. 2026

She was not obligated to be so open, but her humility unlocked me. — David Elkowitz, STAT, 16 Sep. 2026

Heavier run packages negated Denver’s elite pass rush and unlocked a missing element of Kansas City’s attack. — Jacob Robinson, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2026

Anyone using their phone during the set will be escorted out of the venue, and if needed, devices can be unlocked and used in special areas of each venue. — Jaeden Pinder, Rolling Stone, 14 Sep. 2026

Obtaining the doc rights and building a relationship with its director unlocked creative ideas and practical gifts. — Jennie Punter, Variety, 11 Sep. 2026

On the Seahawks’ ensuing offensive drive, Lock finally unlocked his connection with star wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba on fourth-and-one for a 45-yard touchdown, tying the game at 10-10 with just over 11 minutes to go. — Jacob Lev, CNN Money, 10 Sep. 2026

And for Elite, which is unlocked after a $500 annual spend, members will earn 15 points per $1 spent, one complimentary Imbox shoe protection treatment, first access to exclusive launches and more. — Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 10 Sep. 2026

The screen will be compatible with the iPhone Pencil, currently available only for iPad users, and can also be unlocked with Apple Watch, according to Apple. — Max Zahn, ABC News, 9 Sep. 2026