Definition

Adjective: - Free from impediment or obstruction or hindrance: Describes something that is clear, open, or not blocked by any physical or metaphorical barrier. It implies a state of being accessible, visible, or passable without anything in the way.

Examples of Usage

• Adjective:
  • The new windows provide an unobstructed view of the mountains.
  • Ensure the emergency exit remains unobstructed at all times.
  • The path to the beach was completely unobstructed.

Advanced Usage

• "unobstructed access": Refers to the ability to enter, use, or reach something without any barriers or restrictions.
  • The agreement guarantees unobstructed access to the water source for all villages.
• "unobstructed flow": Describes a movement, such as of traffic, air, or ideas, that proceeds smoothly without blockages.
  • The ventilation system is designed for the unobstructed flow of fresh air.

Variants and Related Words

• Unobstructed is the adjective form. It is derived from the verb obstruct (to block or hinder) with the prefix un- (meaning "not") and the suffix -ed.
• Obstruct (verb): To block or get in the way of.
• Obstruction (noun): Something that blocks or hinders.
• Unobstructive (adjective): Not causing an obstruction; not conspicuous or intrusive. (Note: This is different from "unobstructed," which describes the state of clear, while "unobstructive" describes something that blockage).

Synonyms

• Clear: Free from anything that blocks or obscures.
• Open: Not closed or blocked up; allowing access or passage.
• Unimpeded: Not slowed or prevented.
• Free: Not under the control or in the power of another; able to act or be done as one wishes. (In this context, it can mean "not obstructed").

Antonyms

• Obstructed: Blocked or hindered.
• Blocked: Completely closed or obstructed.
• Impeded: Delayed or prevented from progressing.
• Clogged: Blocked or congested, often with a thick or sticky substance.

Related Phrases

• "Line of sight": A straight, unobstructed path between an observer and a target.
  • The satellite requires a direct, unobstructed line of sight to function properly.
• "Free and clear": Completely unobstructed, often used regarding legal ownership or physical space.
  • Once the debt was paid, he owned the property free and clear. (This idiom uses a similar concept of being without hindrance).

Adjective

1. free from impediment or obstruction or hindrance
   • an unobstructed view