unexplained

adjective

un·​ex·​plained ˌən-ik-ˈsplānd 

: not explained or accounted for

an unexplained error

an unexplained delay

Examples of unexplained in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Still others described unexplained rashes, outbreaks of diarrhea and infestations of lice, among a host of other maladies for which many said they were offered only Tylenol or allergy medication. — Sonja Sharp, Los Angeles Times, 24 July 2026

The audit also found three cases with unexplained inconsistencies in disciplinary outcomes. — Tarini Mehta, Sacbee.com, 23 July 2026

Episodes primarily center on cryptids, the supernatural, and other unexplained phenomena, explored through a religious lens. — Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 21 July 2026

Although the American Academy of Pediatrics recommended comprehensive genetic testing for children with unexplained developmental delay or intellectual disability in June 2025, implementation has lagged. — Eliza Goldwasser, New York Daily News, 20 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1721, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for unexplained

• foreordained
• unascertained
• abstained
• arraigned
• attained
• bloodstained
• campaigned
• complained
• constrained
• contained
• curtained
• detained