Unaffected
/ˌʌnəˈfɛktɪd/
Definitions
2 meaningsNot influenced or changed by something; not subject to the influence of something.
/ˌʌnəˈfɛktɪd/
Not influenced or changed by something.
The quiet town remained largely unaffected by the city's rapid growth.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're watching a movie and get totally caught up in the drama, but your friend is just sitting there eating popcorn, totally unfazed. That's unaffected – not being influenced by something that usually would have an effect.
👶 For kids: It means something didn't change or get changed by something else. Like, if you're playing and don't care if you win or lose, you're unaffected!
More Examples
Her calm demeanor suggested she was unaffected by the stressful situation.
The artist's style remained unaffected by popular trends.
How It's Used
"Despite the crisis, the stock market remained unaffected."
"The patient's vital signs remained unaffected by the medication."
Behaving naturally and genuinely; free from artificiality or pretense.
/ˌʌnəˈfɛktɪd/
Behaving naturally, without artificiality or pretense; sincere.
He spoke with an unaffected sincerity that made everyone trust him.
💡 Simply: It's like when someone is being themselves and isn't trying to impress anyone. Think of your favorite person being genuine and real, just themselves. That's being unaffected in a good way.
👶 For kids: It's when someone acts like their normal self, not trying to be someone else or act fancy!
More Examples
The actress had an unaffected beauty that captivated the audience.
Her unaffected joy was contagious.
How It's Used
"Her unaffected charm made her very approachable."
"The poet wrote with an unaffected simplicity that resonated with readers."
Synonyms
From Middle English *unaffected*, from Old French *non affecté* (not affected), from Latin *affectus* (influenced, affected).
The word 'unaffected' has been used since the late 16th century, initially referring to not being acted upon or influenced.
Memory tip
Think of someone standing strong while a storm rages around them - they are unaffected.