Meaning of the word unsound in English
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unsound
US /ʌnˈsaʊnd/
UK /ʌnˈsaʊnd/
Adjective
1.
not healthy or in good condition; diseased or rotten
Example:
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The old bridge was structurally unsound.
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The timber was unsound and had to be replaced.
2.
not based on logic or good sense; fallacious
Example:
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His arguments were logically unsound.
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The financial plan was considered unsound by experts.
3.
not sleeping deeply or peacefully
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He had an unsound sleep, constantly waking up.
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Her mind was unsound due to stress, leading to restless nights.