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Definitions

unrelated

ADJECTIVE
independent; different
Synonyms
STRONGEST
extraneous inappropriate irrelevant unconnected
WEAK
beside the point dissimilar inapplicable irrelative mismatched nongermane not germane not kin not kindred not related separate unassociated unattached unlike
Antonyms
STRONGEST
appropriate necessary pertinent relevant
WEAK
dependent related

Example Sentences

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But he said the company's stock price had "languished" due to issues unrelated to the performance of its music business, which could all be "addressed with this transaction".

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

While under arrest on charges unrelated to Cynthia’s case, Hardee asked to speak with Ford.

From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026

Importantly, these patterns have appeared repeatedly across unrelated languages in different parts of the world.

From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2026

Conyngham does not call his findings a cure -- but experts unrelated to the dogged endeavours said they highlight AI's potential to accelerate medical research.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

But the supernatural beliefs of bands and tribes did not serve to justify central authority, justify transfer of wealth, or maintain peace between unrelated individuals.

From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond