Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

unmaintained

Adjective
/ˌʌnmeɪnˈteɪnd/
Definition
Not kept in good condition; not cared for or preserved.
Examples
  • The unmaintained road was full of potholes, making it difficult to drive on.
  • After years of neglect, the unmaintained garden had turned into a wild thicket.
  • The building was declared unsafe due to its unmaintained structure.
Meaning
Refers to something that has not received the necessary care, upkeep, or repairs, resulting in its deterioration or decline in quality.
Synonyms
  • Neglected
  • Disregarded
  • Untended
  • Uncared for
  • Derelict