unrelated

adjective

un·​re·​lat·​ed ˌən-ri-ˈlā-təd How to pronounce unrelated (audio)
Synonyms of unrelatednext
: not related: such as
a
: not connected by birth or family
They have the same last name but are unrelated.
b
: not connected in any way : discrete, separate
an unrelated incident
c
: not told
a previously unrelated tale

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Most backyards work best with one anchor feature plus one or two supporting elements rather than a scatter of unrelated add-ons. — Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 23 Oct. 2026 The group of officers were at the Walmart store in response to an unrelated incident, according to a Mississippi Bureau of Investigation report. — Jack Brook, Los Angeles Times, 23 Oct. 2026 The administration may be negotiating even more stakes under the radar, since SEC filings for unrelated deals mention the possibility of warrants. — Eleanor Mueller, semafor.com, 22 Oct. 2026 Overland Park police are boosting patrols in the city’s parks and trail system after reports of multiple assaults that investigators believe are unrelated. — Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 22 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for unrelated

Word History

First Known Use

1611, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of unrelated was in 1611

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“Unrelated.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unrelated. Accessed 28 Oct. 2026.

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