What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
unconnected
Example
The two incidents are unconnected and have no bearing on each other. [unconnected: adjective]
Example
The characters in the story are unconnected and have their own separate plotlines. [unconnected: adjective]
unrelated
Example
The two individuals are unrelated and have no familial ties. [unrelated: adjective]
Example
The discussion about politics is unrelated to the topic of this class. [unrelated: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Unrelated is more commonly used than unconnected in everyday language. Unrelated is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while unconnected is less common and is often used in technical or scientific contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between unconnected and unrelated?
Both unconnected and unrelated are neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
