uncharged

American  

[uhn-chahrjd] / ʌnˈtʃɑrdʒd /

adjective

1. not charged, especially with electricity; electrically neutral.

   an uncharged battery; an uncharged particle.

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uncharged British  

/ ʌnˈtʃɑːdʒd /

adjective

1. (of land or other property) not subject to a charge

2. having no electric charge; neutral

3. archaic (of a firearm) not loaded

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Etymology

Origin of uncharged

1425–75; late Middle English: unburdened, uncalled; see un- ¹, charged

Example Sentences

“We did not uncover evidence that could predicate an investigation against uncharged third parties,” the Justice Department and FBI wrote in a memo released in July.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 20, 2026

After all, a primary point of grand jury secrecy rules is to ensure that information about uncharged parties is not disclosed.

From Slate • Jul. 21, 2025

But according to this newly released DOJ memo, there is no “incriminating ‘client list,’” no “credible evidence … that Epstein blackmailed prominent individuals” and no “evidence that could predicate an investigation against uncharged third parties.”

From Salon • Jul. 8, 2025

“Courts routinely admit evidence of other uncharged acts where they assist juries in understanding issues concerning the intent, modus operandi or scheme of the defendant,” Wigdor said in a statement.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 25, 2024

Moreover, the uncharged phosphate groups were not incidental features.

From "Double Helix" by James D. Watson