unsaid

adjective

un·​said ˌən-ˈsed How to pronounce unsaid (audio)
Synonyms of unsaidnext
: not said
especially : not spoken aloud

Examples of unsaid in a Sentence

I think that some things are better left unsaid.
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The next step is finding a place to meet in the middle and clarify what’s unsaid or unclear on both sides. R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 15 May 2026 Thankfully, Babitz did exactly that — no rambling thoughts, petty accusations or amusing missives left unsaid. Michael Schaub, Los Angeles Times, 12 May 2026 The last few times have been nice…but there was something unsaid. Bethy Squires, Vulture, 9 May 2026 What’s obvious but goes unsaid is that with a new husband and thoughts of starting a family, Mary’s performing days were winding down. John Ficarra, Washington Post, 8 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for unsaid

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of unsaid was before the 12th century

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“Unsaid.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unsaid. Accessed 19 May. 2026.

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