What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
ungraded
Example
The teacher decided to give an ungraded quiz to assess the students' understanding. [ungraded: adjective]
Example
The ungraded course allowed students to focus on learning without worrying about grades. [ungraded: adjective]
unrated
Example
The movie was unrated, so we didn't know if it was appropriate for children. [unrated: adjective]
Example
The new restaurant had no ratings yet, so we decided to try it out for ourselves. [unrated: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Unrated is more commonly used than ungraded in everyday language, as it applies to a wider range of contexts beyond education. Ungraded is more specific and less commonly used.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between ungraded and unrated?
Both ungraded and unrated are neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
