unconfirmed

adjective

un·​con·​firmed ˌən-kən-ˈfərmd 

: of uncertain existence, truth, or accuracy : not confirmed

an unconfirmed rumor

an unconfirmed case of pneumonia

unconfirmed reports of gunfire

Examples of unconfirmed in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The district last relied on unconfirmed state revenue in 2017. — Kate Armanini, Chicago Tribune, 1 Aug. 2026

Guthrie’s death is unconfirmed, as no proof of her captivity or death has been provided by her abductors. — David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 31 July 2026

One onlooker in an unconfirmed report told The Star Preston had been pushed by a fan in the end zone by the KU bench. — Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 28 July 2026

Six official fights have been announced, though the main event remains unconfirmed. — Trent Reinsmith, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1565, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for unconfirmed

• affirmed
• confirmed
• firmed
• squirmed
• termed
• wormed
• reaffirmed
• reconfirmed