untapped

adjective

un·​tapped ˌən-ˈtapt 

1

: not subjected to tapping

an untapped keg

2

: not drawn upon or utilized

as yet untapped markets

Examples of untapped in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The continent’s potential is great — but still largely untapped. — Christopher Vourlias, Variety, 13 Oct. 2026

Although individual temperature variations are small, the immense sheer volume and broad availability make this energy a untapped resource for sustainable electricity production. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 8 Oct. 2026

The African Development Bank is holding talks with financiers, with the aim of finding ways to mobilize around $4 trillion in untapped domestic capital to fund the continent’s development needs, its president said. — semafor.com, 2 Oct. 2026

But there’s untapped opportunity in the circular economy and partnering with underserved markets. — Wayne Elsey, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1779, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for untapped

• handicapped
• overlapped
• adapt
• entrapped
• inapt
• kidnaped
• kidnapped
• uncapped
• unmapped
• unwrapped
• apt
• capped

Kids Definition

untapped

adjective

un·​tapped ˌən-ˈtapt 

1

: not tapped

an untapped keg

2

: not drawn upon or used

as yet untapped markets