Synonyms of unspecifiednext
: not named or stated explicitly : not specified
an unspecified location
unspecifiable adjective
unspecifiable sources

Examples of unspecified in a Sentence

some unspecified person is expected to replace him temporarily as director of operations until a permanent director can be found
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The lawsuit seeks unspecified damages, attorneys fees and costs and declaratory relief. Ted Johnson, Deadline, 16 Aug. 2026 Said is seeking unspecified monetary damages in the lawsuit, filed Friday in Superior Court of the State of California for the County of Los Angeles, Central District. Todd Spangler, Variety, 15 Aug. 2026 Carradine’s family and estate are seeking unspecified general and wrongful-death damages and compensation for medical expenses incurred during his hospitalization. Carlos De Loera, Los Angeles Times, 15 Aug. 2026 While a final, as-yet-unspecified payment would allow a consumer to own their iPhone outright, if the phone is in good working condition, it can be upgraded to a newer model and another one- or two-year agreement. Ewan Spence, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for unspecified

Word History

First Known Use

1624, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of unspecified was in 1624

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“Unspecified.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unspecified. Accessed 17 Aug. 2026.

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