undiscovered

adjective

Definition of undiscoverednext
as in unexplored
not having been found or noticed; not discovered undiscovered territory The team of scientists searched the jungle for previously undiscovered species of insects.

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Recent Examples of undiscovered James thinks undiscovered and undiagnosed dyslexia is a major reason why. — Samuel O’Neal June 23, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 June 2026 That means a fraudulent deed can enter the public record, look valid to the outside world and remain undiscovered for months or even years. — Donovan McCarty, The Conversation, 22 June 2026 This is a destination that, for some of these travelers, is more undiscovered. — Kansas City Star, 16 June 2026 Scientists have described more than 14,000 species worldwide, but experts believe that tens of thousands may still be out there undiscovered. — Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 13 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for undiscovered
Recent Examples of Synonyms for undiscovered
  1. unexplored
  2. unknown
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  • The very existence of this show would seem to prove the bombing left a lasting impression on the Scottish psyche, but the precise contours of that impression go unexplored.
    — Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 30 July 2026
  • Often, locations grow to become popular destinations thanks to good feedback from producers who braved previously unexplored countries.
    — Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 15 July 2026
Definition of unexplored
Adjective
  • The cargo vessel struck by an unknown projectile in the Strait of Hormuz north of Oman suffered a complete blackout, according to a report from the Marisks maritime risk management group.
    — Hanna Ziady, CNN Money, 4 Aug. 2026
  • For those with diabetes, that often means going open source and assuming some unknown risks.
    — Dana P. Goldman, STAT, 4 Aug. 2026
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