Unsaying

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈseɪɪŋ/

Definitions of unsaying

noun a verbal retraction or withdrawal of a previous statement or assertion

Example Sentences

A1 Unsaying something hurtful can prevent misunderstandings.

A2 She regretted her unsaying of the apology, realizing it was necessary.

B1 The unsaying of his promise left her feeling disappointed and betrayed.

B2 The unsaying of the agreement led to a breakdown in communication between the two parties.

C1 His unsaying of the contract caused legal complications and disputes.

C2 The unsaying of the statement by the politician raised doubts about his credibility.

Examples of unsaying in a Sentence

formal The act of unsaying something can sometimes be more damaging than saying it in the first place.

informal I wish I could just unsay everything I said last night when I was drunk.

slang I totally regret saying that, I wish I could just unsay it.

figurative Once words are spoken, it's impossible to unsay them and take them back.

Grammatical Forms of unsaying

• past tense: unsaid
• plural: unsayings
• comparative: more unsaying
• superlative: most unsaying
• present tense: unsays
• future tense: will unsay
• perfect tense: has unsaid
• continuous tense: is unsaying
• singular: unsaying
• positive degree: unsaying
• infinitive: to unsay
• gerund: unsaying
• participle: unsaid

Origin and Evolution of unsaying

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'unsaying' originated from Middle English, influenced by Old English and Old Norse roots.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe the act of retracting or taking back something that was said, the word 'unsaying' has evolved to also signify the idea of denying or disavowing a statement or belief.