Definitions

unconditional

[uhn-kuhn-dish-uh-nl] / ˌʌn kənˈdɪʃ ə nl /

ADJECTIVE

absolute, total

Synonyms

STRONGEST

decisive definite explicit full genuine outright thorough unequivocal unlimited unqualified unrestricted

WEAK

actual all out assured categorical certain clear complete determinate downright entire final flat out indubitable no catch no fine print no holds barred no ifs ands or buts no kicker no strings open out-and-out plenary positive straight out thoroughgoing unconstrained unmistakable unmitigated unquestionable unreserved utter whole wide

Antonyms

STRONGEST

ambiguous conditional equivocal incomplete indefinite obscure uncertain vague

WEAK

limited qualified unfinished

Example Sentences

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"Now is the time to demand her unconditional freedom and the dismissal of all charges. No human and women's rights activists should ever be imprisoned for their peaceful work," it said.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

Steadman will remain on unconditional bail until his trial on 4 October 2027.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

The one possible redeeming point would have been unconditional free navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026

Top envoys for the Group of Seven advanced economies and the European Union on Saturday urged an "immediate and unconditional" end to Iran's attacks against allies in the Middle East.

From Barron's • Mar. 22, 2026

Government and military leaders gathered to discuss the next question: Was it time to accept the Potsdam Declaration—and unconditional surrender?

From "Bomb" by Steve Sheinkin

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