unrelated
Translation
unrelated, unconnected, not of the same family
Examples
His comment was completely unrelated to the topic.
His comment was completely unrelated to the topic.
They are studying two unrelated species of birds.
They are studying two unrelated species of birds.
Grammar Patterns
unrelated ((to sth.)) to not be connected with (sth.) His comment was unrelated to the topic.
Similar Words
Synonyms: disconnected, irrelevant; Antonyms: related, connected
Etymology
From the prefix 'un-' (not) and 'related'. Literally means 'not connected'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'un-' as a switch that turns off the connection in 'related'.