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Definition of unripened

unripened

/ʌnˈraɪpənd/
un · rip · ened
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unripened Game Scores & Validity

• adjective

1

Not yet fully grown, matured, or ready to be eaten or harvested (especially of fruit, grain, or cheese that has not been aged).

Example

"Mozzarella and ricotta are classic examples of fresh, unripened cheeses consumed shortly after production."

2

Not yet fully developed, refined, or brought to perfection (of a plan, talent, or judgment).

Example

"Although her early novels showed promise, they reflected an unripened literary style that matured only in her later works."

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• Nearby Words

unrighteousness
unrinsed
unripe
unripened
unripped
unrisen
unrivaled

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