Pronunciation

/unˈles/

Definitions

• Preposition: A part of speech that introduces a condition or exception, typically followed by a clause. It is used to indicate that something will happen if a certain condition is not met or is true. For example: “I’ll come if you invite me.”
• Conjunction: In this context, “unless” is used as a coordinating conjunction to connect two clauses, often in a conditional statement. For example: “I’ll stay if it doesn’t rain.”

Phrases

• “Unless stated otherwise” means that a particular rule or assumption applies unless there is an explicit mention to the contrary.
• “I’ll do it unless…” is commonly used to express a condition for doing or not doing something.
• “She won’t go unless…” is a common way to introduce a necessary condition for a person’s action.

Example Sentences

• Preposition: “The meeting will be canceled unless we receive enough RSVPs.”
• Conjunction: “If you study hard, you’ll pass the exam; unless you don’t.”

Synonyms

• Except when
• Unless provided
• Without exception
• If not
• Provided that

Antonyms

• If (contrasting conjunction)
• When (contrasting conjunction)
• Despite (contrasting adverb)