unsprung

/ˈʌnsprʌŋ/

Definitions

1. adjective

Not sprung or stiffened; not able to bear weight or pressure.

“The unsprung wheels of the old car made it difficult to steer.”

2. noun

A part of a vehicle’s suspension system that has not been sprung.

“The mechanic had to replace the unsprungs on the entire fleet of buses.”

Synonyms

  • unbalanced
  • unsprung
  • unstiffened

Antonyms

  • balanced
  • sprung
  • stiffened