unreported

adjective

un·​re·​port·​ed ˌən-ri-ˈpȯr-təd How to pronounce unreported (audio)
: kept private or hidden : not reported
unreported income
an incident that went largely unreported

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The incident went unreported publicly for months, while Nelson continued to hear cases. — Carrie Johnson, NPR, 9 June 2026 The countless small- to medium-size incidents that make people uncomfortable and unsafe often go unreported and unrecorded. — Jonathan Beaton, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 July 2026 The investigation also revealed a history of unreported violent abuse by Mao against his wife, based on statements the victim’s adult son gave to detectives. — Robert Salonga, Mercury News, 17 June 2026 But advocates note abuse often goes unreported, particularly when the perpetrator holds a position of authority and often receives protection from other church leaders. — ABC News, 25 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for unreported

Word History

First Known Use

1576, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of unreported was in 1576

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

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