UNSUNG Synonyms: 58 Similar and Opposite Words

unsung

adjective

ˌən-ˈsəŋ

Definition of unsung

as in unknown

not widely known an unsung hero of the Holocaust

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Recent Examples of unsung Working alongside his daughter allows Vereen the unique opportunity to instill all of the values and lessons of the holiday into his daughter while working on highlighting the story of unsung heroes in Black history. — Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 19 June 2026 Her unsung hero listened to her concerns, talked her through the surgery and eased her anxiety. — Brittney Melton, NPR, 18 June 2026 As far as we’re concerned, the best lumbar pillows are the unsung heroes in the world of cushions. — Jacorey Moon, Architectural Digest, 18 June 2026 Who is an unsung hero of the science world? — Tara Haelle, Scientific American, 16 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for unsung

Recent Examples of Synonyms for unsung

Adjective

The lab got its start with studies of Rocky Mountain spotted fever in the 1900s, when ranchers and cattle were dying from the then-unknown disease.

— CNN Money, CNN Money, 22 July 2026
The previously unknown visit, revealed to the Washington Examiner by a source familiar with the matter, appears to be his first since leaving power in April.

— Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 21 July 2026

Definition of unknown

Adjective

Maybe folks were turning to Spotify to confirm that the Swag II was, in fact, part of Bieber’s discography and not some obscure Christian rock track.

— Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 20 July 2026
Their books are weird and beautifully eccentric, and often highlight obscure and experimental writers from the 18th and 19th century.

— Diana Arterian, Literary Hub, 16 July 2026