undiscovered

adjective

un·​dis·​cov·​ered ˌən-di-ˈskə-vərd How to pronounce undiscovered (audio)
Synonyms of undiscoverednext
: not found or found out : not discovered
an undiscovered island
as yet undiscovered talents
undiscovered motives
… detected the presence of a hitherto undiscovered element.—Paul Strathern

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But Rasmus will come to realize that some dreams are best left undiscovered. — Leo Barraclough, Variety, 10 June 2026 This is a destination that, for some of these travelers, is more undiscovered. — Kansas City Star, 16 June 2026 That means a fraudulent deed can enter the public record, look valid to the outside world and remain undiscovered for months or even years. — Donovan McCarty, The Conversation, 22 June 2026 James thinks undiscovered and undiagnosed dyslexia is a major reason why. — Samuel O’Neal June 23, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for undiscovered

Word History

First Known Use

1555, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of undiscovered was in 1555

Rhymes for undiscovered

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“Undiscovered.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/undiscovered. Accessed 10 Jul. 2026.

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