adj Uncommon

unexplained

Unexplained (adj) means not yet accounted for; of unknown cause. Example: “The police are investigating an unexplained death in the city centre.”

adj

Not yet accounted for; of unknown cause.

"The police are investigating an unexplained death in the city centre."

How to use unexplained

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishNo explanation has been given yet, though one may exist.

Easily confused with

unexplainable →

Common pairings

unexplained absence unexplained death remains unexplained

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The police are investigating an _____ death in the city centre.

From un- ("not") plus explained, the past participle of explain.

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What does “unexplained” mean?

The word “unexplained” means not yet accounted for; of unknown cause. In plain terms, no explanation has been given yet, though one may exist.

How do you use “unexplained” in a sentence?

Here is “unexplained” used in a sentence: “The police are investigating an unexplained death in the city centre.”

What part of speech is “unexplained”?

“Unexplained” is an adjective.

Is “unexplained” a common word?

“Unexplained” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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