Pronunciation: [ʌnstˈʌk] (IPA) 
The word "unstuck" is spelled with the prefix "un-" followed by the root word "stuck". The "u-" in "un-" is pronounced as "ʌn" in the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA). The "st" cluster in "stuck" is pronounced as "st" in the IPA, and the "-uck" ending is pronounced as "ʌk" in the IPA. So, "unstuck" is pronounced as "ʌnˈstʌk" in the IPA. It means to become free from a difficult or uncomfortable situation.
Unstuck is an adjective that describes the state of being free from a stuck or immobilized position, figuratively or literally. It can also be used as a verb, meaning to release or remove someone or something from a stuck situation or to become free from being stuck.
In its literal sense, when an object or mechanism is stuck, it means that it is unable to move or function as intended. When this object is unstuck, it is freed or released, allowing it to resume its proper functioning or motion. For example, a door that was stuck, preventing it from opening or closing, can be unstuck when it is lubricated, adjusted, or otherwise corrected, allowing it to move smoothly once again.
In a figurative sense, being unstuck implies a release from a state of stagnation, indecision, or any situation that hinders progress. It refers to a condition where someone has overcome obstacles, found a solution, or gained new perspective, enabling them to make progress or break free from a stagnant position. For instance, if a person is feeling stuck in their career or personal life, becoming unstuck involves taking actions or making decisions that propel them forward or bring about positive change.
Overall, whether utilized to describe a physical or mental state, the concept of being unstuck signifies the state of freedom, progress, or release from being immobilized or hindered.
The word "unstuck" is derived from the combination of the prefix "un-" and the verb "stuck".
The prefix "un-" is a common affix in the English language, used to indicate negation or reversal. It is derived from the Old English "un-" or "on-", which had similar negating or opposite meanings.
The verb "stuck" comes from the Middle English word "steken", which means "to pierce or stab". Over time, "stuck" evolved to mean "to be fixed in place, unable to move". It is believed to have originated from the Old English word "stician" with the same meaning.
When the prefix "un-" is added to "stuck", it indicates the reversal or negation of being fixed or unable to move, resulting in the word "unstuck".
