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

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

Spanish, German, and Australian shoppers have been treated to lower prices for unlocked iPhones since the start of summer. — Janhoi McGregor, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026

After Robert leaves, Bret decides to investigate the home and finds his way in through an unlocked back door. — Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 13 Aug. 2026

Verb

While the long ball had been the key to the Dodgers’ earlier offensive success Wednesday, keeping it simple unlocked their 10th-inning push. — Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 20 Aug. 2026

The Japanese government has unlocked billions of dollars in subsidies for its domestic chip sector. — Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 20 Aug. 2026

Amazon has the Nothing Phone (3) unlocked Android smartphone on sale for $599, down from its regular $799 list price. — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 19 Aug. 2026

In addition, officials added a second pool of reserves, which will be unlocked at a second, higher price threshold. — John Moritz, Hartford Courant, 18 Aug. 2026

The Fairphone Gen 6+ is fully unlocked with support for T-Mobile and AT&T in the US. — Ryan Whitwam, ArsTechnica, 18 Aug. 2026

Engineers at Switzerland’s École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) have unlocked a way to transform basic sound waves into powerful directional thrust. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 17 Aug. 2026

His cars were in his driveway with the doors unlocked, which was unusual, a family member told authorities. — Natasha Holt, FOXNews.com, 16 Aug. 2026

The fusion unlocked 270-degree views that sweep across the island’s private golf course, Biscayne Bay, and the South Beach and Downtown Miami skylines, complete with direct sightlines of ships navigating Government Cut. — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 12 Aug. 2026