undiscovered

adjective

un·​dis·​cov·​ered ˌən-di-ˈskə-vərd How to pronounce undiscovered (audio)
: not found or found out : not discovered
an undiscovered island
as yet undiscovered talents
undiscovered motives
… detected the presence of a hitherto undiscovered element.Paul Strathern

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Explore spirited small towns, undiscovered and uncrowded hidden gems, and world-class outdoor adventures in the Mountain State, where country roads lead you far away from everything—and a little closer to heaven. Outside Online, 12 May 2025 With lush landscapes, dramatic coastlines and beautiful lakes, the Azores are an undiscovered gem for nature lovers, hikers and travelers seeking a peaceful getaway. Joanne Shurvell, Forbes.com, 12 May 2025 With undiscovered neighborhoods around Rome, there’s a solid case for avoiding the site altogether, but there are a few ways to visit with fewer crowds. Chloe Arrojado, AFAR Media, 25 Apr. 2025 But that is just the beginning: The North Slope also has the potential for another 200 trillion cubic feet that remains undiscovered. Brett Watson, The Conversation, 24 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for undiscovered

Word History

First Known Use

1555, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of undiscovered was in 1555

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“Undiscovered.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/undiscovered. Accessed 23 May. 2025.

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