What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
uncompleted
Example
The report is uncompleted and needs to be finished by tomorrow. [uncompleted: adjective]
Example
She left the painting uncompleted and never returned to finish it. [uncompleted: past participle]
unfinished
Example
The house renovation is still unfinished due to budget constraints. [unfinished: adjective]
Example
The book was left unfinished after the author's sudden death. [unfinished: past participle]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Unfinished is more commonly used than uncompleted in everyday language. Unfinished is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while uncompleted is less common and may sound awkward or outdated in some contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between uncompleted and unfinished?
Both uncompleted and unfinished are neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
