Basic Details
Word: Unconfined
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Not restricted; not limited to a certain space or area.
Synonyms: Unlimited, unrestricted, free
Antonyms: Confined, restricted, limited
Idioms and Phrases
- Free as a bird: To feel completely free and able to do anything. Example: "After finishing school, she felt free as a bird, ready to explore the world."
- Unconfined joy: A feeling of happiness that knows no limits. Example: "His unconfined joy was evident on his birthday when all his friends surprised him with a party."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The children ran through the unconfined fields, laughing and playing without a care in the world.
Example 2: The artists creativity felt unconfined, allowing her to create stunning pieces of work.
Example 3: In the unconfined expanse of the mountains, he found peace away from the hustle and bustle of city life.
Fun Fact
The word "unconfined" comes from the prefix "un-" meaning "not," and the root word "confined," which has Latin origins meaning "to confine or restrain." It has been used to describe the concept of freedom since the 16th century.
Famous Quote
"Our greatest freedom is the freedom to choose our attitude." Viktor E. Frankl
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "unconfined" mean?
a) Restricted to one place
b) Limited in space
c) Not restricted
d) Somewhat free
Answer: c) Not restricted
2. Which of these is a synonym of "unconfined"?
a) Limited
b) Free
c) Constrained
d) Restricted
Answer: b) Free
3. Which of the following is an antonym of "unconfined"?
a) Unrestricted
b) Free
c) Confined
d) Unlimited
Answer: c) Confined
4. Which sentence correctly uses the word "unconfined"?
a) The cat felt unconfined in the small box.
b) The children were unconfined in the playground, running freely.
c) The unconfined man was trapped in a cage.
d) The unconfined book was on the shelf.
Answer: b) The children were unconfined in the playground, running freely.
5. Which idiom means something similar to "unconfined"?
a) Free as a bird
b) Like a fish out of water
c) Skinning a cat
d) A drop in the ocean
Answer: a) Free as a bird
