What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
unclaimed
Example
The lost and found box is full of unclaimed items. [unclaimed: adjective]
Example
The unclaimed luggage was eventually donated to charity. [unclaimed: adjective]
untaken
Example
There were many untaken seats at the concert. [untaken: adjective]
Example
The job offer remained untaken for weeks. [untaken: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Unclaimed is more common than untaken in formal or legal contexts, while untaken is more common in everyday language. Both words are less common than their more frequently used synonyms, such as available or unused.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between unclaimed and untaken?
Unclaimed is more formal than untaken, which is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
