undone

adjective

un·​done ˌən-ˈdən How to pronounce undone (audio)
: not done : not performed or finished

Examples of undone in a Sentence

There were still some tasks left undone.
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As such, there are certain similarities with erring politicians who some believe become undone by a mixture of various traits that tends not to exist in the wider population. Roger Trapp, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025 But Sklar, who has a terminal illness and not long to live, has lots that has been left undone in his life. Peter Debruge, Variety, 8 Sep. 2025 Sometimes, bathrobes also feature internal ties for an extra-secure fit; this is especially common in silk robes, which tend to come undone faster. Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 5 Sep. 2025 The natural movement of wavy and curly hair can also play up the cut’s textured, undone vibe, Timperley notes. Fiona Embleton, Glamour, 3 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for undone

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of undone was in the 14th century

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“Undone.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/undone. Accessed 12 Sep. 2025.

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undone

adjective
un·​done ˌən-ˈdən How to pronounce undone (audio)
: not done
an undone task

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