unspoken

adjective

un·​spo·​ken ˌən-ˈspō-kən 

: not spoken : expressed or understood without being directly stated

an unspoken agreement/assumption

an unspoken rule

see also:

unspoken to

Synonyms of unspoken

• tacit
• implied
• implicit

Examples of unspoken in a Sentence

an unspoken promise to remain faithful to one another

Recent Examples on the Web

December 22 – January 19 A partnership may feel steadier once the unspoken expectations around money, time, or effort become actual terms. —Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 23 May 2026

Rian is similarly hamstrung by inarticulacy and masculine angst, but his storyline feels the least convincing, as if fashioned only to prove money can’t buy happiness, even if Cole convincingly suggests unspoken depths. —Leslie Felperin, HollywoodReporter, 22 May 2026

By making needs visible, the Momcozy’s Mama Registry helps bridge that gap, turning unspoken needs into something tangible, shareable, and actionable. —Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 20 May 2026

The unspoken, dirty secret is simple. —Neil Senturia, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing unspoken

• unspoken to
• unwritten/unspoken rule

Rhymes for unspoken

• awoken
• betoken
• heartbroken
• outspoken
• unbroken
• broken
• oaken
• spoken
• token
• woken