Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

unbe

Prefix
ʌnˈbiː
Definition
The prefix ‘unbe’ is used to denote the act of reversing or negating the state or quality of something.
Examples
  • Unbecoming: The outfit was considered unbecoming for a formal event.
  • Unbelievable: His story of winning the lottery was simply unbelievable.
  • Unbending: She had an unbending resolve to finish the project on time.
Meaning
It signifies a removal of a certain condition, suggesting that what follows reflects the opposite or absence of what typically would be expected.
Synonyms
  • not
  • reverse
  • opposite
  • devoid