NAMELESS Synonyms: 109 Similar and Opposite Words

nameless

adjective

ˈnām-ləs

Definition of nameless

as in unnamed

not named or identified by a name the victim of the crime will remain nameless to protect his privacy those nameless editors who write the synopses for TV shows in the newspaper

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as in incredible

beyond the power to describe was seized with a nameless, vague fear that made her seek the companionship of another person

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as in unknown

not widely known a nameless poet who has just been rediscovered by devotees of love poems

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Recent Examples of nameless That show, which debuted in 2014 and had a four-season run, followed both notable and nameless figures during the Revolutionary War. — Jennifer Maas, Variety, 12 Aug. 2026 SignalTrace may begin with a nameless pattern, but its value comes from recognizing that pattern again and connecting it to information that police already possess. — Nicole M. Bennett, The Conversation, 11 Aug. 2026 Wakanda Forever thus became a story about mourning — but piling so many fictional deaths (ranging from nameless soldiers and civilians to the queen of Wakanda herself) on top of the real one becomes emotionally hard to take after a certain point. — Ew Staff, Entertainment Weekly, 3 Aug. 2026 Beginning Middle End starts with its nameless, newly single narrator, a Mexican writer living in New York, embarking on a monthslong European trip with her preteen daughter. — Lily Meyer, The Atlantic, 28 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for nameless

Recent Examples of Synonyms for nameless

Adjective

The unnamed man was in serious but stable condition at a hospital after being shot once in the torso on the city’s north side, Austin Police Chief Lisa Davis said at a news conference with the mayor and other city officials.

— Jesse Bedayn, Los Angeles Times, 20 Sep. 2026
The unnamed analyst then used AI to help analyze and interpret that information.

— Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 20 Sep. 2026

Definition of unnamed

Adjective

But Crow-Armstrong, through an incredible early-season approach adjustment combined with tweaks to his stance and hand placement, keeps putting on a show with his power production.

— Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 20 Sep. 2026
With stunning use of practical effects and an incredible lead performance, this is one of the best horror films of the 2020s.

— Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 19 Sep. 2026

Definition of incredible

Adjective

Silverman jumped into his white Durango trying to find the crash, as the exact location was still unknown.

— Dalia Faheid, CNN Money, 20 Sep. 2026
Castro had illegally entered the United States at an unknown time and location without inspection, the agency said.

— Natasha Holt, FOXNews.com, 20 Sep. 2026

Definition of unknown

Adjective

In addition, that unidentified officer wasn't wearing a body camera at the time of the shooting, multiple federal law enforcement sources told Fox News.

— Louis Casiano, FOXNews.com, 22 Sep. 2026
That’s because everything and everyone in the first photo are in the exact same position in the second photo, except the mayor and the unidentified man.

— Reed Williams, AJC.com, 21 Sep. 2026

Definition of unidentified

Adjective

This includes sourcing suppliers for obscure or discontinued parts.

— Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 19 Sep. 2026
The Venezuelan government granted an obscure private oil company, North American Blue Energy Partners, concessions to develop those reserves.

— Spencer Kimball, CNBC, 16 Sep. 2026

Definition of obscure

Adjective

Unlike its restaurant reviewers, who are anonymous and work undercover, Michelin’s winery experts had to make appointments at each winery to evaluate several vintages of the wine as well as the vineyards and winemaking facilities.

— Mike DeSimone, Robb Report, 20 Sep. 2026
Anyone with information is asked to call Fort Worth police at 817-392-4222 or submit anonymous tips through Crime Stoppers at 817-469-TIPS (8477).

— Shambhavi Rimal, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Sep. 2026

Definition of anonymous

Adjective

Loving your work is great, but career obsession can be its own form of sterility; corporations aren’t people, and most employers would sooner lay you off than understand your ineffable you-ness.

— Margaret Talbot, New Yorker, 21 Sep. 2026
Inspired by ineffable nature Dillard’s virtuosic, visionary style isn’t for everyone.

— Amy Cannon, The Conversation, 18 Sep. 2026