unavailable
Pronunciation: [ˌʌnəˈveɪləbl]
Word
Context: "accessibility"
(adjective) when something, like a person or a resource, cannot be reached or is not able to be used. If someone is busy or a resource is not in stock, they are unavailable.
Example
The teacher is currently unavailable for questions because she is preparing for her class.
Example
The items I wanted to buy were unavailable at the store, so I couldn't get them.
Example
Is the manager available to speak with me, or is he unavailable right now?
Context: "communication"
(adjective) when a person cannot be contacted or is not reachable. For example, if a friend is on vacation, they might be unavailable to talk.
Example
I sent her a message, but she is currently unavailable because she is on a trip.
Example
He was unavailable for the call, so I left a voicemail instead.
Example
Is Lisa still unavailable, or can I reach her now?
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