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unreinforced

/ˌʌn.riː.ɪnˈfɔːrst/
un · re · in · forced

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1

Not strengthened or supported with additional material, such as steel bars or fibers, especially in construction and engineering.

Example

"Older unreinforced masonry buildings are particularly vulnerable to structural damage during severe earthquakes."


2

Not encouraged, rewarded, or established by a stimulus or supporting evidence (especially in behavioral psychology or argumentation).

Example

"In behavioral studies, an unreinforced response tends to diminish gradually over time."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Unreinforced. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/unreinforced
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