unconfirmed

adjective

un·​con·​firmed ˌən-kən-ˈfərmd How to pronounce unconfirmed (audio)
: of uncertain existence, truth, or accuracy : not confirmed
an unconfirmed rumor
an unconfirmed case of pneumonia
unconfirmed reports of gunfire

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The suicide’s proximity to the famous Disney World monorail sparked unconfirmed reports online about the cause of death. Jack Dunn, Variety, 16 Oct. 2025 While unconfirmed, sources said Goldhaber will write and direct the project himself. Matt Grobar, Deadline, 14 Oct. 2025 An unconfirmed rumor about Taylor Swift returning to country music has gone viral on social media. Megan Cartwright, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Oct. 2025 On September 22, according to Monique, there was an unconfirmed, possible sighting of Deano’s truck in Albuquerque. Sarah Dahlberg, NBC news, 8 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for unconfirmed

Word History

First Known Use

1565, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of unconfirmed was in 1565

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“Unconfirmed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unconfirmed. Accessed 19 Oct. 2025.

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