undiscovered
Britishadjective
Explanation
Undiscovered things haven't been found yet. You might dream of becoming an explorer and mapping undicovered lands — or you might hope to be a scientist who finds previously undiscovered cures for disease. Use this adjective for things that have remained unknown or not discovered for a long period of time. Some of these will be undiscovered only to you, like the undiscovered secret garden in your city or a pile of undiscovered postcards your grandparents sent each other. Undiscovered comes from the prefix un-, or "not," and discover, "reveal, uncover, or disclose."
Example Sentences
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Oppenheimer would soon learn that there were two undiscovered superstars lurking in his midst—and he was about to gain the first glimpse of their enormous potential.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 29, 2026
That his offending remained undiscovered for more than three decades meant he was able to enjoy life in the community, the court heard.
From BBC ● Aug. 24, 2026
Blum added that the films’ success could make studios more willing to bet on undiscovered directors who “might not have been considered” before.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 20, 2026
In 2024, South Korea recorded more than 3,920 "lonely deaths", people dying alone and remaining undiscovered for extended periods -- the highest since records began in 2017.
From Barron's ● Jun. 11, 2026
“But how,” said I, “can it have remained so long undiscovered, when there is a sure index to it if men will but take the trouble to look?”
From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker
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