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 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 But Rasmus will come to realize that some dreams are best left undiscovered. — Leo Barraclough, Variety, 10 June 2026 Assets that go undiscovered can defeat a decedent's wishes entirely. — Tara Faquir, Forbes.com, 8 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for undiscovered
Recent Examples of Synonyms for undiscovered
  1. unexplored
  2. unknown
Adjective
  • 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
  • The nearly three-hour project, which was produced independently of LAIP, features interviews with witnesses and experts and pursues unexplored tips that Pixley claims police and prosecutors ignored in their rush to convict Peterson.
    — Johnny Dodd, PEOPLE, 15 July 2026
Definition of unexplored
Adjective
  • Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth.
    — CA Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 14 July 2026
  • His immigration status and nationality are unknown, and the reason for the encounter with federal agents is not yet clear.
    — Cindy Von Quednow, CNN Money, 14 July 2026
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