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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But as happened in 2024, the House never took up the measure, which would have undone requirements that have been part of Florida’s school accountability system for decades. Steven Walker, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 May 2025 Effortless and undone styles will remain popular throughout 2025, and floating — essentially wispy — bangs are an easy way to channel the look, says Giannetos. Jacqueline Kilikita, Refinery29, 1 Apr. 2025 The same goes for the actor’s loose, undone waves reminiscent of a ’90s Julia Roberts protagonist. Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 28 Mar. 2025 In a distinctively Jenna Lyons outfit, Jenna Lyons followed suit, lounging nonchalantly in denim, leather, a shirt and undone tie, and a glossy pair of Louboutin's classic So Kate pumps. Freya Drohan, Vogue, 27 Mar. 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 1 Jun. 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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