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un- Definition


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un-
prefix
    1. Denoting the opposite of the base word; not.
    2a. Denoting reversal of an action, process or state;
      Example: uncurl
      Example: unharness
    2b. Denoting an intensification of the base word.
      Example: unloosen
    3. chiefly archaic
      Denoting release or removal from or deprivation of.
      Example: ungarter
      Example: unfrock
Etymology: Anglo-Saxon.





unadvisable

    1. Said of a person: not open to advice; obstinate.
    2. Said of a course of action, etc: inadvisable.
Derivative: un-
noun
    Advisableness
Derivative: unadvisably
adverb
    Etymology: 17c.



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