Definition of unappreciatednext
as in unnoticed
not likely to be appreciated by those who benefit a number of unappreciated little favors that we had done for the neighbors

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Recent Examples of unappreciated His goodbye with Jimmy goes poorly, turning into a heated argument where Jimmy vents his frustration and hurt, feeling shut out and unappreciated by Paul. Allison Degrushe, Entertainment Weekly, 8 Apr. 2026 Assad’s ability to step into whatever role the Cubs need doesn’t go unnoticed or unappreciated by his teammates. Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 8 Apr. 2026 Until and unless more people, like Hyde, recognize their own connections to child care, the vast network of parents, kids and caregivers will remain unappreciated and under-resourced. Shay Castle, Denver Post, 30 Mar. 2026 While wildfires and hurricanes grab headlines, another type of severe weather may present unappreciated risks for homeowners and insurers. Andrea Riquier, USA Today, 24 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for unappreciated
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unappreciated
unnoticed
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  • When Chris Davis first started working in law enforcement over 30 years ago, elections would come and go relatively unnoticed.
    Ashley Lopez, NPR, 6 June 2026
  • No trim, surface, picture frame, vase, or lamp goes unnoticed in this North Carolina mountain cottage, where a distinct color palette and a strong undercurrent of whimsy tie together each room in Elizabeth and Alex Brooks’ home.
    Ella Field, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 June 2026

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“Unappreciated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unappreciated. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.

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