What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
unincorporated
Example
He lives in an unincorporated area outside the city limits. [unincorporated: adjective]
Example
The small business was unincorporated and operated as a sole proprietorship. [unincorporated: adjective]
unlicensed
Example
The contractor was unlicensed and did not have the necessary permits to begin construction. [unlicensed: adjective]
Example
The medicine was unlicensed and had not been approved by the FDA. [unlicensed: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Unlicensed is more commonly used than unincorporated in everyday language. Unlicensed is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while unincorporated is less common and mainly used in legal or governmental contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between unincorporated and unlicensed?
Both unincorporated and unlicensed are formal words that are typically used in legal or professional contexts.
