unconfirmed

adjective

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

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While the specifics behind the upcoming style are unconfirmed, in-hand images give us a good idea of what to expect when the pair is released at retail this holiday season. Riley Jones, Footwear News, 17 May 2026 Still unconfirmed and uncertain is a possible visit to Latin America, including Leo’s beloved second home of Peru, at the end of the year. ABC News, 16 May 2026 As of yesterday, the New York Post’s Page Six had sleuthed out unconfirmed rumors that director Barry Avrich was working on a documentary about the art world giant. Brian Boucher, ARTnews.com, 15 May 2026 Warning in the ice At present, the precise cause of the landslide remains unconfirmed. Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 14 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for unconfirmed

Word History

First Known Use

1565, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 21 May. 2026.

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