Unplanned

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈplænd/

Definitions of unplanned

adjective describing something that occurs without prior intention or preparation

Example Sentences

A1 The unplanned trip to the beach was so much fun.

A2 We had an unplanned picnic in the park.

B1 The unplanned meeting turned out to be very productive.

B2 The unplanned visit from my old friend was a pleasant surprise.

C1 The unplanned detour added an extra hour to our journey.

C2 The unplanned change of venue for the conference caused some logistical challenges.

Examples of unplanned in a Sentence

formal The unplanned meeting with the client turned out to be quite productive.

informal We ended up having an unplanned picnic in the park.

slang I can't believe we ran into each other at that unplanned party!

figurative Life is full of unplanned events that shape our journey.

Grammatical Forms of unplanned

• past tense: unplanned
• plural: unplanned
• comparative: more unplanned
• superlative: most unplanned
• present tense: unplanned
• future tense: will be unplanned
• perfect tense: has been unplanned
• continuous tense: is unplanning
• singular: unplanned
• positive degree: unplanned
• infinitive: to unplanned
• gerund: unplanning
• participle: unplanned

Origin and Evolution of unplanned

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'unplanned' originated from the combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' or 'opposite of' and the word 'planned' which comes from the Middle English word 'plannen' meaning 'to schedule or arrange'.

Evolution of the word: Initially used to describe something that was not scheduled or arranged in advance, the word 'unplanned' has evolved to also convey a sense of spontaneity or lack of intentionality in modern usage.