unapparent

adjective

Definition of unapparentnext
as in hidden

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Recent Examples of unapparent Thus, copying others, even when the reasons are unapparent, can benefit survival. — Bridget Alex, Discover Magazine, 15 Oct. 2018
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unapparent
  1. hidden
  2. vague
  3. obscure
  4. subtle
  5. insignificant
  6. disguised
  7. unseen
  8. concealed
Adjective
  • Managers often reward top performers with the best schedules, but new research shows that this carries a hidden cost for companies.
    — Avery Forman, Harvard Business Review, 11 Nov. 2026
  • The complexity of the benefits is a hidden cost and, over time, this card has grown more complicated.
    — Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 10 Nov. 2026
Definition of hidden
Adjective
  • Hoffman denied the allegations at the time, issuing only a vague apology.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 10 Nov. 2026
  • Both models can answer this clearly — a vague answer is the warning sign, not the model itself.
    — Burak Onal, Miami Herald, 10 Nov. 2026
Definition of vague
Adjective
  • And the recent news has been reported piecemeal by publications including The New York Times and the Financial Times, as well as an obscure short-selling firm.
    — Julian Sancton, HollywoodReporter, 13 Nov. 2026
  • All large centerpieces do in the middle of the table is obscure everyone’s view of each other.
    — Gretta Monahan, Boston Herald, 12 Nov. 2026
Definition of obscure
Adjective
  • It is mounted on a wristband and detects the subtle changes in the skin caused when fingertips press against the forearm.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 11 Nov. 2026
  • Trump has not been subtle about his desire to restart diplomacy with Kim.
    — Stephen E. Biegun, Foreign Affairs, 11 Nov. 2026
Definition of subtle
Adjective
  • Her own mortality seems insignificant against the languorous pace of geologic time.
    — The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 12 Nov. 2026
  • Do not ignore a small bill simply because the amount seems insignificant.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of insignificant
Adjective
  • Bitdefender identified at least 32 unique disguised applications involved in the broader operation.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 23 Oct. 2026
  • Khan’s spokesperson, Zulfiquar Bukhari, condemned the suspension of the provincial government, calling it a disguised coup.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 11 Oct. 2026
Definition of disguised
Adjective
  • Researchers can select a cell type from a reference catalogue or use their own single-cell data to examine a previously unseen cellular state.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 12 Nov. 2026
  • Over in Mordor, Sauron continues his attempt to seduce Theo by introducing him to the unseen world of the dead that can be accessed via necromancy.
    — Keith Phipps, Vulture, 11 Nov. 2026
Definition of unseen
Adjective
  • Retractable or concealed handles now appear on cars from American, European, Korean and Chinese manufacturers.
    — Peter Lyon, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2026
  • In another instance, investigators identified a gray button on a test-taker's shirt as a concealed camera.
    — Ivan Taylor, CBS News, 25 June 2026
Definition of concealed

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“Unapparent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unapparent. Accessed 15 Nov. 2026.

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