unpainted

adjective

un·​paint·​ed ˌən-ˈpān-təd How to pronounce unpainted (audio)
Synonyms of unpaintednext
: not painted
unpainted wood
an unpainted canvas

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the wooden shingles on the island's houses are usually left unpainted, and over time the salt air turns them a soft gray
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Leave the bricks unpainted for a natural look, or define the firepit with a coat of crisp white paint. — Marisa Donnelly, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 May 2026 But Ford had stripped these two unpainted entries down to the chassis, like prizefighters shedding final pounds before weigh-in. — Eric Moskowitz, The Atlantic, 31 May 2026 Krud Kutter can also be left on an unpainted metal surface to prevent rusting for up to 12 months. — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 22 June 2026 In the El Paso area, the wall remains unpainted except for the strip Noem painted during a press event. — Trevor Hughes, USA Today, 13 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for unpainted

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of unpainted was in the 15th century

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“Unpainted.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unpainted. Accessed 10 Jul. 2026.

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