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

The exploit may get an attacker through the door, but credentials decide how many rooms are unlocked. — Eric Fourrier, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026

There were 67 vehicle burglaries reported in the first half of the year, 84% of which involved unlocked vehicles. — Carolyn Stein, Chicago Tribune, 6 Aug. 2026

An even larger glug of insider selling will become possible after third-quarter results later this year, when roughly 900 million additional shares come unlocked—a block larger than the entire IPO issuance. — Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 4 Aug. 2026

Authorities said in a press release that an off-duty police officer reported that three children — ages 4, 2 and 1 — had been left in the unlocked car for about 40 minutes while their mother was inside the store. — Charlotte Phillipp, PEOPLE, 18 July 2026

Google Unlocked Android Smartphone Deal The unlocked Google Pixel 10 Pro delivers Google’s premier mobile experience powered by the advanced Tensor G5 chip and built-in Gemini AI. — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 15 July 2026

Authorities are looking at whether the venue’s ceiling had especially flammable soundproofing foam, whether its exits were accessible and unlocked and whether the venue was legally registered. — Tian MacLeod Ji, Los Angeles Times, 15 July 2026

According to police, the suspects in the burglaries have approached homes during the early morning hours and used garage door openers left inside unlocked cars to gain access to garages. — Rick Hurd, Mercury News, 2 July 2026

Officials found that Gaeta's phone was unlocked and illuminated at the time of the collision. — Cbs Baltimore Staff, CBS News, 27 June 2026

Verb

Blanche addressed both concerns in a document that unlocked the votes of Sens. — David Sivak, The Washington Examiner, 7 Aug. 2026

Seed money bought you a prototype and early customers; those proof points unlocked the Series A, which bought product-market fit, which unlocked the Series B, which bought scale. — Michael Wee, Forbes.com, 3 Aug. 2026

Units must be kept open for three days — doors unlocked and we are supposed to supply the keys to our units. — Kelly G. Richardson, Oc Register, 31 July 2026

The North Carolina Department of Transportation Secretary Daniel Johnson said in a letter Tuesday that up to $300 million in community investments could be unlocked if the controversial project is restored. — Dj Simmons, Charlotte Observer, 30 July 2026

The Seahawks didn’t have a lot of pass-catching talent last season, but Kubiak’s scheme maximized it and unlocked Jaxon Smith-Njigba. — Ted Nguyen, New York Times, 29 July 2026

Rather than turning her away, Thomas unlocked the door and served her himself. — Kansas City Star, 26 July 2026

But Fiji's handling wasn't as sticky in the second half and its blitz defense was unlocked by Scotland's fresh and seasoned bench. — ABC News, 18 July 2026

This cinches everything into place, while also tightening down the jaws of the hasps so they can't be opened until the Cordalock is unlocked. — Ben Coxworth july 18, New Atlas, 18 July 2026