unanswered

adjective

un·​an·​swered ˌən-ˈan(t)-sərd 

1

: not answered

unanswered letters

2

: scored in succession during a period in which an opponent fails to score

scored 20 unanswered points in the last quarter

Examples of unanswered in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Many of their questions about the potential local impacts of the project remain unanswered. — Alexandra Phelps, Miami Herald, 17 July 2026

The case has sparked national interest in large part because of the unanswered questions about Wells’ final hours. — Adam Carlson, PEOPLE, 16 July 2026

Because these products haven’t been studied extensively in humans, experts say there are still plenty of unanswered questions, including what might happen after months or years of use. — Jenna Anderson, Health, 13 July 2026

While some have since landed roles at places like Apple or Salesforce, others are staring at hundreds of unanswered job applications and roles with pay cuts. — Annie Palmer, CNBC, 11 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for unanswered

• answered
• mansard