What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
unadherent
Example
The label on the jar was unadherent and kept falling off. [unadherent: adjective]
Example
He was unadherent to any political party and voted based on the issues. [unadherent: noun]
Example
The paint was unadherent to the wall and kept peeling off. [unadherent: adjective]
unattached
Example
She's currently unattached and enjoying her independence. [unattached: adjective]
Example
The bookshelf was unattached to the wall and could be moved easily. [unattached: adjective]
Example
He was unattached to any religious institution and preferred to practice his faith alone. [unattached: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Unattached is more commonly used than unadherent in everyday language and covers a wider range of contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between unadherent and unattached?
Both unadherent and unattached are relatively neutral in their formality level and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
