Unsex

5 lettersverb

Updated June 2026

Definition

to deprive of sexual power or characteristics

“The witch sought to unsex herself to gain ruthlessness.”

Pronunciation

Syllables

un·sex

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Synonyms

sterilizesterilisedesexdesexualizedesexualisefix

Word Game Tips

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Wordle

"Unsex" uses 5 different letters, which makes it efficient for eliminating options. Its 2 vowels balance the consonants. Watch the less-common letter X.

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Words Related to Unsex

Anagrams of Unsex

Words that use exactly the same letters as “unsex”.

nexus

Words one letter different

Change a single letter of “unsex” to make these 5-letter words — useful for Wordle and crossword clues.

unhex unsee unset unsew

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