1
: not influenced or changed mentally, physically, or chemically
2
: free from affectation : genuine
unaffectedly adverb
unaffectedness noun

Examples of unaffected in a Sentence

They shortened the book when they made the movie, but the basic story remained unaffected. He has a friendly and unaffected manner.
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Both WestJet and Hawaiian Airlines said their operations were unaffected by the hacks. Sean Lyngaas, CNN Money, 28 June 2025 Russian Security Council deputy chairman of Dmitry Medvedev also said Iran's critical nuclear infrastructure appeared to be unaffected or to have sustained only minor damage. Francesca Chambers, USA Today, 23 June 2025 During flare-ups, the rash can spread to or develop in unaffected areas.21 Can Eczema Spread To Other Parts of Your Body? Eczema can spread to other parts of your body. Mark Gurarie, Health, 22 June 2025 There would be no impact on limited-scope coverage (emergency, pregnancy services, etc.) and children would remain unaffected. Nick Mordowanec, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for unaffected

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1586, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of unaffected was circa 1586

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“Unaffected.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unaffected. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.

Kids Definition

unaffected

adjective
1
: not influenced or changed mentally, physically, or chemically
2
: free from false behavior intended to impress others : genuine
unaffectedly adverb
unaffectedness noun

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