uncredited

adjective

un·​cred·​it·​ed ˌən-ˈkre-di-təd How to pronounce uncredited (audio)
: not credited
especially : not given credit, recognition, or acknowledgement
a negotiator whose contributions have gone uncredited
: not named or acknowledged in the list of people contributing to a performance (as in a film)
an uncredited actor
an uncredited appearance

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Every bassline and chord has that golden Death Row sheen (and possibly uncredited DJ Quik remixing). Pitchfork, 30 Sep. 2025 More than just a backdrop, the city becomes an uncredited character, shaping the decisions, dreams, and heartbreaks of those who call it home. Okla Jones, Essence, 16 Sep. 2025 Though their roles are uncredited, Charlie and Emilio both made their big-screen debut in Martin’s 1973 film Badlands. Nicole Briese, People.com, 10 Sep. 2025 The closest Jackson ever got was an uncredited voice appearance on The Simpsons. Jordan Hoffman, EW.com, 1 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for uncredited

Word History

First Known Use

1586, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of uncredited was in 1586

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“Uncredited.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/uncredited. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.

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