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untrusted Synonyms

Another word for untrusted

Choosing another word for untrusted depends on context, so the 12 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

In computing, designating a user, device, network, or software source whose identity or security has not been authenticated or verified as safe.

Usage Example

"The operating system blocked the installation because the application came from an unverified developer."

Strongest
unverified
unauthenticated
Strong
uncertified
unvalidated
insecure

• adjective (Context 2)

Not regarded with confidence, faith, or reliance; doubted or suspected.

Usage Example

"The new advisor remained largely distrusted by the board members until she proved her competence."

Strongest
distrusted
mistrusted
Strong
suspect
untrustworthy
unreliable
dubious
questionable

Opposites of untrusted

The opposite of untrusted shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

trusted
trustworthy
verified
authenticated
reliable
dependable
secure
certified
See all opposites of untrusted

• Nearby Words

untroubled
untrue
untruly
untrusted
untrustful
untrusting
untrustworthily

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Untrusted. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/untrusted
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