adj

undiscovered

Undiscovered (adj) means not yet found or identified; still unknown. Example: “Scientists believe thousands of species remain undiscovered in the deep ocean.”

adj

Not yet found or identified; still unknown.

"Scientists believe thousands of species remain undiscovered in the deep ocean."

"The band stayed undiscovered for years before a viral video changed everything."

How to use undiscovered

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishNobody has found it or learned about it yet.

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Etymology

From un- ("not") plus discovered, the past participle of discover.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “undiscovered” mean?

The word “undiscovered” means not yet found or identified; still unknown. In plain terms, nobody has found it or learned about it yet.

How do you use “undiscovered” in a sentence?

Here is “undiscovered” used in a sentence: “Scientists believe thousands of species remain undiscovered in the deep ocean.”

What part of speech is “undiscovered”?

“Undiscovered” is an adjective.

What is the meaning of undiscovered?

"undiscovered" (adj) means not yet found or identified; still unknown.