unripened

/ˌʌnraɪˈpiːnd/

Definitions

1. adjective

not fully ripe or mature; not yet ready to eat

“The farmer had to remove the unripened tomatoes from the vine to prevent further damage.”

2. noun

a fruit or vegetable that is not fully ripe or mature

“The grocer was selling unripened apples at a discount price.”

Synonyms

  • green
  • immature
  • unripe

Antonyms

  • mature
  • ripe