What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
pending
Example
The approval of the project is still pending. [pending: adjective]
Example
I have a few pending tasks that I need to complete before the end of the day. [pending: noun]
unresolved
Example
The case remains unresolved due to lack of evidence. [unresolved: adjective]
Example
The issue of climate change is still unresolved despite ongoing discussions. [unresolved: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Pending is more commonly used than unresolved in everyday language. Pending is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while unresolved is less common and has a more specific usage.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between pending and unresolved?
Pending is typically associated with a formal tone, especially in legal or administrative contexts. Unresolved can be used in both formal and informal contexts, but may have a negative connotation in some situations.
