unheard
Americanadjective
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not heard; not perceived by the ear.
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not given a hearing or audience.
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Archaic. unheard-of.
adjective
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not heard; not perceived by the ear
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not listened to or granted a hearing
his warning went unheard
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archaic unheard-of
Etymology
Origin of unheard
First recorded in 1250–1300; Middle English unherd. See un- 1, heard ( def. )
Example Sentences
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It isn’t unheard of for the greenback to run in the green during U.S. interventions abroad.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026
While it is not unheard of, it is rare for a Fed chair to remain on as a member of the board after their term as chief expires.
From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026
It would appear, in a world where someone can divorce and remarry, switch political allegiance or renounce a religious faith, ending a relationship with a football club is largely unheard of.
From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026
These two movies’ lifecycles overlapping is a rare coincidence, but not entirely unheard of.
From Salon • Mar. 22, 2026
‘Here is a thing unheard of!’ he said.
From "The Return of the King" by J.R.R. Tolkien
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