1. not made loose or free; still tight, bound, or restricted
Usage: rare

Examples

• The knot remained unloosened despite his efforts.
• Her grip on the rope stayed unloosened throughout the climb.
• The tight jar lid was unloosened by his weak attempt.
• The prisoner’s bonds were left unloosened by the guard.
• The shoelaces remained unloosened after the quick check.