How Do You Spell UNPRIZED?

Pronunciation: [ʌnpɹˈa͡ɪzd] (IPA)

The word "unprized" has a unique spelling that can be explained with IPA phonetic transcription. The first syllable, "un," is pronounced /ʌn/, which is a short u sound followed by an n. The second syllable, "prized," is pronounced /praɪzd/, with a long i sound followed by a z sound and a d sound. The combination of these two syllables creates the word "unprized," which means not valued or esteemed. The spelling reflects the meaning, as something that is unprized is not given the same level of importance as something that is prized.

UNPRIZED Meaning and Definition

1. The word "unprized" is an adjective that refers to something that is not esteemed or valued highly. It describes entities or attributes that lack recognition, appreciation, or importance. When something is unprized, it typically implies a lack of regard, acclaim, or desirability. It suggests that the particular object, quality, or person is deemed unspecial, unexceptional, or insignificant by others.

   For example, an unprized possession would indicate an item that is not cherished, treasured, or sought after. Similarly, an unprized skill would denote a talent or ability that is not recognized, respected, or considered noteworthy. The term can also pertain to a lack of acknowledgement or recognition, such as an unprized achievement that has not been duly appreciated or rewarded by others.

   The concept of unprized is subjective, as what may be disregarded or undervalued by some can be highly prized by others. It denotes a lack of public or general regard, rather than an absolute lack of worth or value. While unprized items or attributes may not be highly esteemed by the majority, they can still hold significance or value to the individual possessing or embodying them.

2. Not valued.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for UNPRIZED

• unpraized
• unpriszed
• ynprized
• hnprized
• jnprized
• inprized
• 8nprized
• 7nprized
• ubprized
• umprized
• ujprized
• uhprized
• unorized
• unlrized
• un-rized
• un0rized
• unpeized
• unpdized
• unpfized
• unptized

Etymology of UNPRIZED

The word "unprized" is derived from the combination of the prefix "un-" meaning "not" and the root word "prized" which comes from the verb "prize".

The verb "prize" dates back to the late 14th century and originally meant "to set a price on, value, estimate". It comes from the Old French word "prisier" meaning "to set a value on" or "to praise, esteem".

Over time, the meaning of "prize" expanded to include the sense of "to hold in high regard, cherish, or value greatly". The past participle form of the verb, "prized", came to represent something that is highly valued, treasured, or esteemed.

By adding the prefix "un-" to "prized", the term "unprized" is formed, indicating the opposite meaning of not being valued or cherished.