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Meaning of unheard
The primary meaning of the word "unheard" is not perceived or noticed by the ear, or not given consideration or attention.
Etymology of unheard
The word "unheard" originates from Old English "unhēard", a combination of "un-" (meaning "not") and "hēard" (meaning "heard"), with its usage dating back to the 9th century, initially meaning "unfamiliar" or "unacquainted", and later evolving to encompass the meaning of "not perceived by the ear" in Middle English.
Synonyms
unnoticed
unseen
unknown
unperceived
unheard of
unobserved
ignored
overlooked
disregarded
unremarked
unregarded
unseen
unheeded
unnoticed
unminded
unmarked
unnoted
unattended
neglected
disregarded
overlooked
unseen
unheard
unperceived
obscure
little known
unfamiliar
unrecognizable
inconspicuous
invisible
intangible
imperceptible
inaudible
silent
mute
voiceless
soundless
noiseless
quiet
still
hushed
unheard
unspoken
unexpressed
unuttered
unvoiced
unstated
unmentioned
unheeded
unattended
Definitions
- Not heard or noticed by the ear
- Not given consideration or attention
- Not previously known or experienced
Usage Examples
- The new employee's suggestion was unheard by the management team.
- The sound of the bird's song was unheard in the city due to the noise pollution.
- The artist's work was unheard of until she was discovered by a prominent gallery.
Antonyms
heard
noticed
seen
observed
perceived
recognized
acknowledged
attended
heeded
marked
noted
audible
visible
conspicuous
perceptible
tangible
intelligible
loud
clear
distinct
vocal
voiced
expressed
spoken
uttered
stated
mentioned
attended
heeded
familiar
well-known
famous
renowned
celebrated
prominent
obvious
evident
apparent