What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
unreplied
Example
I sent an email to my boss last week, but it remains unreplied. [unreplied: adjective]
Example
She left several voicemails, but they all went unreplied. [unreplied: past participle]
unanswered
Example
The question remained unanswered despite repeated attempts to get a response. [unanswered: adjective]
Example
He called several times, but the phone rang unanswered. [unanswered: adverb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Unanswered is more common than unreplied in everyday language and covers a wider range of contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between unreplied and unanswered?
Both unanswered and unreplied can be used in formal or informal contexts, but unanswered is more versatile and can be employed in various formality levels.
