undiscovered

adjective

Definition of undiscoverednext
as in unexplored
not having been found or noticed; not discovered undiscovered territory The team of scientists searched the jungle for previously undiscovered species of insects.

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Recent Examples of undiscovered Human capacity, search criteria, and individual judgment can direct resources toward low-fit opportunities while leaving high-fit opportunities undiscovered. — Adam Feiner, Forbes.com, 5 Oct. 2026 These are undiscovered talents who have gone viral once or twice, or had a shot on some reality singing show. — James Folta, Literary Hub, 23 Sep. 2026 The show will see actors, musicians, influencers, athletes, comedians, and reality television stars competing instead of undiscovered talent and Joe Jonas has been tapped as a coach. — Peter White, Deadline, 17 Sep. 2026 But, like a libertine desiring undiscovered pleasures, his appetite for new sensations only seemed to grow with time. — Sebastian Smee, The Atlantic, 16 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for undiscovered
Recent Examples of Synonyms for undiscovered
  1. unexplored
  2. unknown
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  • Though much has been told about Fellini, the final chapter in his life remains largely unexplored.
    — Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Leaving the gloomy depths of Greg’s childhood unexplored may be for the best.
    — T. M. Brown, New Yorker, 8 Sep. 2026
Definition of unexplored
Adjective
  • Their list ‌of 250 ⁠largely unknown candidates includes university professors, actors and farmers, and is led by cardiologist Ilija Srdanovic.
    — Reuters, NBC news, 25 Oct. 2026
  • Findings could improve future water monitoring Despite the notable differences, the researchers emphasized that their models do not directly measure unknown PFAS concentrations or establish additional health risks.
    — Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 24 Oct. 2026
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