Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
unless
conjunction
/ʌnˈlɛs/
Definition
A conjunction used to introduce a conditional clause that indicates something will happen or be true if a specified condition is not met.
Examples
- I won’t go to the party unless you come with me.
- She will fail the test unless she studies hard.
- Unless it rains, we will go for a hike tomorrow.
Meaning
The word ‘unless’ means ‘except if’ and is used to express a condition that must not be met for an action to take place.
Synonyms
- if not
- except if
- barring
