Uncaught — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ˌən-ˈkȯt/ un·caught

Meaning & Definition of Uncaught

Uncaught (adjective)

  1. not having been caught

Uncaught (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in unrestrained, unfettered

    similar: footloose, free, loose, unbound, unconfined, unrestrained, unanchored, unbolted, undone, unfastened, untied, uncaged, unchained, unfettered, unleashed, clear, disengaged, escaped
    opposite: bound, confined, restrained, unfree, caught, caged, chained, enclosed, immured, imprisoned, leashed, penned, anchored, bolted, fastened, fettered, manacled, shackled, tied, kidnapped

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Uncaught

The most common words with a similar meaning to Uncaught:

footloose, free, loose, unbound, unconfined, unrestrained, unanchored, unbolted, undone, unfastened, untied, uncaged, unchained, unfettered, unleashed, clear, disengaged, escaped

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Uncaught

Words with the opposite meaning of Uncaught:

bound, confined, restrained, unfree, caught, caged, chained, enclosed, immured, imprisoned, leashed, penned, anchored, bolted, fastened, fettered, manacled, shackled, tied, kidnapped

Origin & Etymology of Uncaught

First known use: 14th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Uncaught

What does "Uncaught" mean?

"Uncaught" means not having been caught. As an adjective, it is defined as: not having been caught.

What is another word for "Uncaught"?

Other words for "Uncaught" include footloose, free, loose, unbound, unconfined, unrestrained, unanchored and unbolted. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Uncaught" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Uncaught"?

There are 18 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Uncaught". Common alternatives include footloose, free, loose, unbound, unconfined, unrestrained, unanchored, unbolted, undone and unfastened.

What is the opposite of "Uncaught"?

Antonyms of "Uncaught" include bound, confined, restrained, unfree, caught, caged, chained and enclosed.

Is "Uncaught" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Uncaught" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Uncaught"?

"Uncaught" is pronounced /ˌən-ˈkȯt/ and divided into syllables as un·caught.

What is the origin of the word "Uncaught"?

First known use: 14th century.

What is another word for "Uncaught" meaning "as in unrestrained, unfettered"?

When "Uncaught" (adjective) means as in unrestrained, unfettered, synonyms include footloose, free, loose, unbound, unconfined and unrestrained. Opposites in this sense include bound, confined, restrained and unfree.