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

Authorities say the pair used a catwalk near North Royal Poinciana Boulevard to look for unlocked vehicles. — Chelsea Jones, CBS News, 21 Aug. 2026

Bears can become trapped inside vehicles Wildlife officer Travis Sauder told the Denver Gazette bears commonly open unlocked vehicle doors while searching for food. — Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 20 Aug. 2026

The ability to switch between services at will has long been the best argument for buying an unlocked phone. — Rob Pegoraro, PC Magazine, 18 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

The newly unlocked tranche represented roughly 7% of the company's shares outstanding and exceeded the 639 million shares sold in the IPO. — Yun Li, CNBC, 12 Aug. 2026

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

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