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Unpaved - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Unpaved describes a road or path that lacks a hard, smooth surface like asphalt or concrete. It is typically made of dirt, gravel, or natural materials and may become rough or muddy.

unpaved

/ʌnˈpeɪvd/ /ʌnˈpeɪvd/

Definition:

Not covered with a hard, smooth surface like pavement or asphalt.

Synonyms:

dirt, gravel, rough, unsurfaced

Part of Speech:

adjective

Antonyms:

paved, surfaced, asphalted

Common Collocations:

unpaved road, unpaved path, unpaved driveway, unpaved lot

Derivatives:

unpavedness (rare), unpaving (gerund)

Usage Tips:

Use "unpaved" to describe roads or surfaces lacking a hard covering like concrete or tarmac.

Common Phrases:

off the beaten path, rough road ahead, backcountry trails

Etymology:

Derived from "un-" (not) + "paved," from Latin "pavire" (to beat or tread down).

Examples:

  • 1. The car kicked up dust on the unpaved road.
  • 2. Children played on the unpaved lot behind the school.
  • 3. The hiking trail was steep and unpaved.
  • 4. Our tires got stuck in the muddy, unpaved driveway.

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