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Synonyms

unstructured

American  
[uhn-struhk-cherd] / ʌnˈstrʌk tʃərd /

adjective

  1. lacking a clearly defined structure or organization.

    an unstructured conference; an unstructured school environment.
unstructured British  
/ ʌnˈstrʌktʃəd /

adjective

  1. without formal structure or systematic organization

  2. without a preformed shape; (esp of clothes) loose; untailored

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Etymology

Origin of unstructured

First recorded in 1940–45; un- 1 + structured

Example Sentences

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When configured properly, the same ingredients can deliver stronger effects with lower toxicity compared to unstructured mixtures.

From Science Daily • Feb. 18, 2026

“Retirees have more unstructured hours and more opportunities to say yes — lunch with a friend, an extra coffee, a spontaneous weekend visit with the grandkids,” Grzegorczyk said.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 12, 2025

"I'm really hopeful there that we'll see Marcus in space in unstructured opportunities," said England coach Borthwick after naming his team to play Fiji on Thursday.

From Barron's • Nov. 6, 2025

As a prodigy who turned pro at 13, Doncic may be an odd advocate for casual, unstructured play, but he feels it in his game.

From The Wall Street Journal • Sep. 16, 2025

This was in the unstructured time before formal interviews, when she was standing facing the officers in the hallway, with Leon on one side of her and her mother on the other.

From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan

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