UNTOLD Synonyms: 21 Similar and Opposite Words

untold

adjective

ˌən-ˈtōld

Definition of untold

as in countless

too many to be counted untold generations have lived and died in this ancient land

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Recent Examples of untold All in all, though, Piña and Hawk’s arrival is a relief; despite untold opportunities for fresh awkwardness and turmoil, the film seems more at ease in the company of guests. — Justin Chang, New Yorker, 19 June 2026 The older Lazowski spoke for decades to untold numbers of people in the United States, Europe and Israel, the Courant has reported. — Helen I. Bennett, Hartford Courant, 19 June 2026 Though technically more of an engineering achievement, casters have prevented untold back injuries that might have otherwise occurred from actually lifting furniture. — Scott Lafee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 June 2026 The Americas explored untold wildlife stories across the continent from different locations including the frozen north, the wild west, the Atlantic coast and Patagonia. — Peter White, Deadline, 25 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for untold

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The song has since soundtracked countless proposals and first dances for Swifties and their betrothed all over the world.

— Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 2 July 2026
King said in an interview with the AJC that changes at the federal level put countless people at risk of losing their insurance coverage.

— Tamar Hallerman, AJC.com, 1 July 2026

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