unsupported

adjective

un·​sup·​port·​ed ˌən-sə-ˈpȯr-təd How to pronounce unsupported (audio)
: not supported: such as
a
: not verified or substantiated
an unsupported accusation
an opinion unsupported by evidence
b
: lacking or appearing to lack structural support
unsupported panels

Examples of unsupported in a Sentence

an unsupported claim that the structure was built by Vikings
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Content filtering totally relies on the browser extension, so if your kid uses an unsupported browser or just turns off the extension, that’s the end of content filtering. PCMAG, 17 Mar. 2025 The waves of targets, shifting priorities and unexpected challenges left him feeling exhausted and unsupported. Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes, 16 Mar. 2025 The tops of those columns have shifted quite noticeably from lower sections and are now wrapped in black mesh to prevent unsupported brickwork from falling. Graydon Megan, Chicago Tribune, 10 Mar. 2025 The disconnect between departments creates an environment where employees feel isolated and unsupported. Jason Phillips, USA TODAY, 3 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for unsupported

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of unsupported was in the 15th century

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“Unsupported.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unsupported. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.

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