unspent

[ uhn-spent ]

adjective

1. not spent spent or used, as money.
2. not used up or consumed:

   unspent energy.

Word History and Origins

Origin of unspent¹

late Middle English word dating back to 1425–75; un- ¹, spent

Example Sentences

“We will rescind all unspent funds,” Trump assured the audience in a September speech at the Economic Club of New York.

From Salon

Trump, having vowed to rescind unspent IRA funds if elected, seems poised to hamper the law’s rollout, slowing efforts to get the country using more clean energy.

From Salon

These reveal details of any spent or unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands and warnings held on the Police National Computer.

From BBC

If the money meant for purchasing supportive services goes unspent at the regional centers, the funds that were allocated are eventually “reverted” to the state.

From Los Angeles Times

Labour says it has been cautious, leaving unspent £2.5bn of the revenue it expects to raise.

From BBC

Related Words

• invested
• retained