unfiltered

American  

[uhn-fil-terd] / ʌnˈfɪl tərd /

adjective

1. not filtered.

   unfiltered water.

2. not having a filter.

   unfiltered cigarettes.

3. reality-based.

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unfiltered British  

/ ʌnˈfɪltəd /

adjective

1. (of oil, coffee, smoke, etc) not having been passed through a filter

2. not having been toned down, censored, or edited

   unfiltered news sources

3. (of a cigarette) not having a filter tip

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Etymology

Origin of unfiltered

First recorded in 1770–80; un- ¹ ( def. ) + filter ( def. ) + -ed ² ( def. )

Example Sentences

Endlessly inventive and musically restless, their songs are given focus by Winter's sharp unfiltered lyrics, cutting through superficial relationships, state propaganda, and social divisions.

From BBC

But Jarmusch’s deadpan approach often chases that sadness with a wry chuckle during instances of unfiltered honesty.

From Los Angeles Times

His unfiltered comic energy is an ever-present reminder that Alex has always played things safe.

From The Wall Street Journal

West End Girl’ is an active listening experience where one must sift through the many contradictions, confessions and piping hot, unfiltered tea.

From Los Angeles Times

Amazingly, Lynda didn’t flinch, and her honesty, unfiltered yet graceful, was refreshing and alluring.

From Los Angeles Times