Word: unfurnished
Unfurnished is an adjective that originated in the 16th century. Its primary meaning denotes something that is lacking furniture or any kind of furnishings.
Etymology
The word unfurnished is derived from the prefix un- meaning “not” and the past participle of furnish, which comes from the Latin word ‘fornire’ meaning “to provide or supply”.
Meaning
Unfurnished describes something that is not equipped with furniture or any other necessary items.
Pronunciation
IPA: /ʌnˈfɜːnɪʃt/
Stress: un-FUR-nished
Morphology
Unfurnished is an adjective that does not change form depending on the gender or number of the noun it modifies. It remains the same in both singular and plural contexts.
Examples
- Simple: The apartment was unfurnished.
- Medium: She decided to rent an unfurnished house to decorate it according to her taste.
- Complex: The unfurnished rooms echoed with emptiness, reminding him of times long gone.
Synonyms
Antonyms: furnished, equipped
Common word combinations: unfurnished apartment, unfurnished house, unfurnished room
Interesting Facts
In the 16th century, the term unfurnished was used to describe something that was unequipped or unprepared, rather than solely lacking furniture as it does today.
Tips for Learning
Associate the word unfurnished with the idea of a space devoid of furniture. Visualize an empty room to help remember its meaning.
Mini Tasks
- Make a sentence using the word unfurnished.
- Find a synonym for unfurnished.