unglue

[ uhn-gloo ]

See synonyms for: unglue unglued on Thesaurus.com

verb (used with object),un·glued, un·glu·ing.

to separate or detach by or as if by overcoming an adhesive agent: to unglue a sticker from a wall.
Slang.
- to confuse or upset: He was unglued by his opponent's superb defense.
- to cause to fail or lose effectiveness.

Origin of unglue

First recorded in 1540–50; un-² + glue

And unless we unglue ourselves from the vanities which imperil our existence we shall fall too.
The Christian | Hall Caine
However, as the officer's sword will not unglue, I hope nothing will come of it.
Puppets at Large | F. Anstey

Browse