undirected
UK: ˌʌndɪˈrɛktɪd | US: ˌʌndɪˈrɛktɪd
adj. not directed or guided; lacking clear purpose or control
adj. (graph theory) describing edges with no orientation in a graph
The word "undirected" combines the negative prefix "un-" (Old English "un-," meaning "not") with "direct" (from Latin "directus," meaning "straight" or "guided"), and the adjectival suffix "-ed." The prefix "un-" negates the root "direct," creating a term that describes something lacking guidance or orientation. In graph theory, it specifically refers to edges without directional arrows, emphasizing neutrality or lack of imposed order.
The undirected energy of the crowd made the event chaotic.
In an undirected graph, edges connect nodes bidirectionally.
Her undirected anger often led to misunderstandings.
The project failed due to undirected efforts.
Undirected exploration can sometimes yield unexpected discoveries.