unsupported

adjective

un·​sup·​port·​ed ˌən-sə-ˈpȯr-təd How to pronounce unsupported (audio)
Synonyms of unsupportednext
: not supported: such as
a
: not verified or substantiated
an unsupported accusation
an opinion unsupported by evidence
b
: lacking or appearing to lack structural support
unsupported panels

Examples of unsupported in a Sentence

an unsupported claim that the structure was built by Vikings
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Also, Curley found Matthew Herman almost refusing to accept the seriousness of making unsupported accusations against judges. David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 15 May 2026 But Kennedy’s initiative conflates that genuine clinical need with claims unsupported by evidence — and some that are actively dangerous. Jonathan Slater, STAT, 13 May 2026 Voicer Peter McCarthy is the typical Trumptard, launching accusations unsupported by any facts. Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 3 May 2026 What hurts me most is feeling unsupported by my partner. Abigail Van Buren, Boston Herald, 30 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for unsupported

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of unsupported was in the 15th century

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“Unsupported.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unsupported. Accessed 18 May. 2026.

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