unperceived

adjective

Definition of unperceivednext
as in unsuspected

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Recent Examples of unperceived Einstein and relativity The early modern physicist Isaac Newton had presumed an unperceived yet real flow of time. — Adrian Bardon, The Conversation, 12 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unperceived
  1. unsuspected
  2. unrecognized
  3. unaware
Adjective
  • This suggests that pigeons use a combination of the sun’s orientation and magnetic sensing to navigate—and the latter is a previously unsuspected mechanism for magnetic perception in animals.
    — ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 28 May 2026
  • Michell and Bailey, together with their helpers and rivals, use diary entries, letters, and poetry written by Ash, LaMotte, and people connected with them, to unearth the previously unsuspected relationship between the poets.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 Mar. 2026
Definition of unsuspected
Adjective
  • What often goes unrecognized is that disability does not diminish intelligence, ambition or capability.
    — Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 29 June 2026
  • Expecting Women To Perform Emotional Labor Women are often expected to organize celebrations, mentor new employees, mediate conflicts, and provide emotional support—all tasks that benefit organizations but often go unrecognized in promotion decisions.
    — Maia Niguel Hoskin, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
Definition of unrecognized
Adjective
  • Many know the story of Lewis and Clark, but are unaware that the tale involved so much more than these two pioneers.
    — Josh Laskin, Travel + Leisure, 3 July 2026
  • Despite their value, research suggests that many eligible individuals remain unaware of them.
    — Diane Winiarski, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
Definition of unaware

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“Unperceived.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unperceived. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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