unseen

adjective

un·​seen ˌən-ˈsēn How to pronounce unseen (audio)
Synonyms of unseennext
1
: not seen or perceived
unseen dangers
2
: sight sense 1
an unseen translation

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The new supreme leader, though still unseen publicly since the war began, is the son of the previous one and close to the powerful Revolutionary Guard. Arkansas Online, 24 May 2026 With much of the tension relying on perception, Llobell essentially carries the entire film on her shoulders, her reactions to the seen and the unseen especially important to the film’s fabric. Elena Lazic, Variety, 24 May 2026 However, as Nikki — who has lost her self-control and is clearly possessed by some unseen entity — becomes obsessed with Bear and her actions turn deadly, the once-lovelorn friend of the woman desperately tries to find a way to break the horrific spell that is gripping her. Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 23 May 2026 In traditional settings, people often feel rushed, intimidated, and unseen. Lisa Deaderick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for unseen

Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of unseen was in the 13th century

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“Unseen.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unseen. Accessed 27 May. 2026.

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unseen

adjective
un·​seen ˌən-ˈsēn How to pronounce unseen (audio)
ˈən-
: not seen : invisible

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