unmet

adjective

un·​met ˌən-ˈmet How to pronounce unmet (audio)
1
: not satisfied or fulfilled
unmet needs
unmet expectations
an unmet deadline
2
: not having met
several unmet individuals

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Specifically, sales teams that are working closely with hospitals should update and involve the product teams in critical feedback on usability, unmet needs and potential improvements. Joao Mendes-Roter, Forbes.com, 27 Mar. 2025 Reasons for the departures are nuanced but major factors were poor runs and perceived unmet expectations. Megan Feringa, The Athletic, 24 Mar. 2025 The company aims to address high unmet medical needs through its proprietary electro-crystal-chemistry drug development platform. Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 24 Mar. 2025 For some, like Scottie Scheffler, frustration is simmering just below the surface due to unmet expectations. Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 23 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for unmet

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of unmet was before the 12th century

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“Unmet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unmet. Accessed 4 Apr. 2025.

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