What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
unvested
Example
The employee's unvested stock options will be forfeited upon termination. [unvested: adjective]
Example
The unvested pension benefits will not be paid out until the employee reaches retirement age. [unvested: adjective]
ungranted
Example
The ungranted visa application was denied due to insufficient documentation. [ungranted: adjective]
Example
The ungranted access to the restricted area was denied for security reasons. [ungranted: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Unvested is more commonly used than ungranted in everyday language, especially in financial or employment contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between unvested and ungranted?
Both words are formal and may not be commonly used in informal conversations. However, unvested may be more versatile and can be used in various formality levels, while ungranted is more specific and may be limited to formal contexts.
