unanchored
The word “unanchored” has 3 syllables: un-an-chored.
It's pronounced as /ˌʌnˈæŋkərd/.
What is synonym and antonym for unanchored?
In the thesaurus, “unanchored” has 7 synonyms and 4 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for unanchored along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for unanchored
- afloat
- disengaged
- unbolted
- undone
- unfastened
- unfettered
- untied
Antonyms for unanchored
- bound
- confined
- restrained
- unfree
Meanings of unanchored
- verb
- To raise an anchor or to free a vessel from an anchor.
- (by extension) To liberate.
- To become loose or physically unattached.
- To release from a fixed position and allow to be moved.
- adjective
- Not anchored; free or liberated.
Example Sentences
- The boat drifted aimlessly, its unanchored state a result of the storm.
- Her thoughts felt unanchored, floating from one idea to the next without focus.
- The skyscraper's unanchored crane swayed dangerously in the strong winds.
- The ship remained unanchored in the harbor, awaiting clearance for departure.
- The unanchored emotions of grief and loss overwhelmed her as she processed the news.
On this page you'll find 11 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to unanchored, such as: afloat, bound, confined, disengaged, restrained, unbolted, undone.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.