unconfirmed

adjective

un·​con·​firmed ˌən-kən-ˈfərmd How to pronounce unconfirmed (audio)
: of uncertain existence, truth, or accuracy : not confirmed
an unconfirmed rumor
an unconfirmed case of pneumonia
unconfirmed reports of gunfire

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While unconfirmed online activity indicates Rupnow may have left a trail of indicators signaling Monday's shooting. John Diedrich, Journal Sentinel, 18 Dec. 2024 But unconfirmed reports say India has begun moves to minimize the use of the more outdated parts of its Russian arsenal. Ryan Chan, Newsweek, 4 Dec. 2024 The number remains unconfirmed and could change, officials noted. Julia Reinstein, ABC News, 1 Dec. 2024 Multiple unconfirmed sightings were reported in November 2013 before the trail went cold around Thanksgiving. David Matthews, New York Daily News, 22 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for unconfirmed 

Word History

First Known Use

1565, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of unconfirmed was in 1565

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“Unconfirmed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unconfirmed. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.

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