easy
The wet field was unfit for the game.
What does Unfit mean?
Unfit means not suitable for a purpose.
Dictionary definition
Unfit means not suitable, not ready, or not right for a particular purpose.
Example sentences
Unfit in a sentence
medium
The old ladder was unfit for safe use, so the class did not use it.
hard
A source may be unfit for a research project if it is outdated, unclear, or not trustworthy.
Writing practice
Ready to write your own? Study the examples, then practice unfit in a sentence with Sentence Builder checklist feedback.
Quick practice
⬡ Earn 5 Honey
Practice the meaning of Unfit
Answer three quick questions about its meaning and related words.
Question 1 of 3
Practice 1
What does unfit mean?
Unfit describes something that is not right, ready, or suitable for a certain use.
Practice 2
Which word is a useful contrast for unfit?
Suitable is a useful contrast because unfit means not suitable for a purpose.
Practice 3
Which sentence uses unfit correctly?
A cracked helmet is not suitable for safe use, so unfit fits.
Practice complete
Nice work!
You completed 3 questions.
Pronunciation coach
⬡ Earn 5 Honey
Unfit
Voice settings
Sounds like
un · fit · strongest beat: fit
Tap each sound part, then blend the whole word together.
Learn
WordUnfit.
Partadjective.
MeaningUnfit means not suitable for a purpose.
ExampleExample: The wet field was unfit for the game.
Word breakdown
2 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- un · fit
- Strongest beat
- fit
- Ending
- fit
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on fit.
Your turn
Say Unfit
Record a short attempt, then compare it with the Coach. Your recording stays on this device and is not uploaded.
Coach
My attempt
Ready when you are.
Nice work—you practiced unfit.
Synonyms
Words like Unfit
unsuitableUse when something is not right for a purpose.
inappropriateUse when something does not fit a situation or need.
Antonyms
Opposite words
Synonym practice
Want to practice unfit synonyms in context? Try a Synonym Search question like "The cracked helmet was unfit for the bike ride," then compare close word choices. Practice unfit synonyms.
Word family
Unfit word family
Base word
fit
adjective
unfit
Not suitable or not ready for a purpose.
Related words
Explore related words
Student support
Understand Unfit
Hint for students
Unfit means not suitable for a purpose. The word should point to a specific use, job, event, or situation.
Common mix-up
Do not use unfit as an insult about a person. In strong learner writing, use it to describe whether something is suitable for a task or purpose.
Try it in class or at home
Write one sentence that shows unfit without using the word unfit. Then underline the clue words that show something is not suitable, ready, or right for a purpose. Example: The broken chair wobbled too much for anyone to sit on safely. Clue words: broken chair, wobbled, sit on safely Now try your own sentence. Ask: Does my sentence show something not suitable for a specific purpose?
Teacher prompt
Ask students to explain this model sentence: "The wet field was unfit for the game." Why does unfit fit better than ready?
Learning activities
Practice Unfit and explore more word games
Cards labelled “Practice UNFIT” keep this word in focus. Explore cards open games with other words.
Practice UNFIT
Sentence Builder
Write your own sentence with this word and revise with checklist feedback.
Write a sentence with UNFIT
Explore · Spelling
Spell Hive
Hear the word, type the spelling, and use spoken clues when needed.
Practice spelling
Explore · Definitions
Define the Word Hive
Choose the meaning that fits and get instant feedback.
Practice definitions
Explore · Matching
Vocabulary Match
Pair words with meanings and review misses with dictionary links.
Match meanings
Explore · Context
Context Clue Challenge
Use sentence clues to choose the word that fits the meaning.
Use context clues
Explore · Scramble
Scrambled Bees
Rebuild words from mixed-up letters for spelling practice.
Rebuild words