unidentified
Unidentified (adjective) means not identified; whose name or nature is unknown. Example: “An unidentified man was seen leaving the building late at night.”
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Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishWhoever or whatever it is, nobody has figured out who or what yet.
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Etymology
From un- ("not") + identified.
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What does “unidentified” mean?
The word “unidentified” means not identified; whose name or nature is unknown. In plain terms, whoever or whatever it is, nobody has figured out who or what yet.
How do you pronounce “unidentified”?
“Unidentified” is pronounced uh-neye-DEHN-tih-fyd (/ˌʌnaɪˈdɛntɪfaɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “unidentified” in a sentence?
Here is “unidentified” used in a sentence: “An unidentified man was seen leaving the building late at night.”
What part of speech is “unidentified”?
“Unidentified” is an adjective.
Is “unidentified” a common word?
“Unidentified” is an uncommon word in modern English.
What is the difference between unidentified and anonymous?
Unidentified means the name or nature of something has not yet been established, often because information is missing, such as an unidentified body or unidentified object. Anonymous means the identity is deliberately withheld or not disclosed, such as an anonymous donor. Unidentified implies uncertainty, while anonymous implies concealment.
Why is unidentified often used in news reports?
News reports use unidentified when facts, such as a person's name or the nature of an object, are not yet confirmed by authorities. It signals that identification is pending rather than permanently unknown.
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