Unclutter

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈklʌt̬ər/

Definitions of unclutter

verb to remove unnecessary items or things from a space, making it tidier or more organized

Example Sentences

A1 I need to unclutter my desk by throwing away old papers.

A2 She decided to unclutter her closet and donate clothes she no longer wore.

B1 To improve productivity, it's important to unclutter your workspace and organize your tasks.

B2 The best way to unclutter your mind is to practice mindfulness and focus on the present moment.

C1 Professional organizers can help you unclutter your home and create a more functional living space.

C2 As a minimalist, she constantly strives to unclutter her life and only keep things that bring her joy.

Examples of unclutter in a Sentence

formal It is important to unclutter your workspace to improve productivity and efficiency.

informal I need to unclutter my room before my friends come over.

slang I'm going to Marie Kondo my closet and unclutter all the stuff I don't need.

figurative To unclutter your mind, try practicing mindfulness and meditation.

Grammatical Forms of unclutter

• past tense: uncluttered
• plural: unclutters
• comparative: more uncluttered
• superlative: most uncluttered
• present tense: unclutters
• future tense: will unclutter
• perfect tense: has uncluttered
• continuous tense: is uncluttering
• singular: unclutter
• positive degree: uncluttered
• infinitive: to unclutter
• gerund: uncluttering
• participle: uncluttered

Origin and Evolution of unclutter

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'unclutter' originated from the combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'clutter' meaning 'to fill or litter with things in a disorderly manner'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'unclutter' has come to be commonly used to describe the act of removing unnecessary items or mess from a space to make it more organized and tidy.