unannounced

adjective

un·​an·​nounced ˌən-ə-ˈnau̇n(t)st How to pronounce unannounced (audio)
Synonyms of unannouncednext
: occurring without any prior announcement or warning : not announced
an unannounced concert
showed up unannounced at her doorstep

Examples of unannounced in a Sentence

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Russian officials did not immediately disclose the topics that were discussed at the previously unannounced meeting. Billy Stockwell, CNN Money, 30 Jan. 2026 To put it simply, the S package gives you access to its flagship handling bundle at a slightly lower (though yet unannounced) price point. Byron Hurd, The Drive, 29 Jan. 2026 The event, which is all ages, will also feature performances by Rise Against, Al Di Meola, Ike Reilly and a few still-unannounced special guests across music, protest and community action. Kyle Denis, Billboard, 28 Jan. 2026 While photography was strictly off limits in certain creative hubs to avoid spoiling unannounced figurines currently in development, the atmosphere on-site remained incredibly jovial. Robert Lang, Deadline, 23 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for unannounced

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1775, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of unannounced was circa 1775

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“Unannounced.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unannounced. Accessed 3 Feb. 2026.

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