Unconfirmed: meaning, definitions and examples

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unconfirmed

 

[ ˌənˈkɑːnfərmd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

news

Not definitively established, verified, or confirmed.

Synonyms

unauthenticated, uncorroborated, unsubstantiated, unverified.

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Word Description / Examples
unconfirmed

This word is appropriate when referring to information or events that have been mentioned but not yet verified or validated by formal sources or evidence.

  • The reports of the meteor shower are still unconfirmed.
  • We received unconfirmed details about the upcoming project.
unverified

This is suitable for information, data, or claims that have not undergone a verification process. It is widely used in various contexts, including media and science.

  • The website features unverified reviews from users.
  • The team analyzed the unverified data before publishing their report.
uncorroborated

This term applies to claims or testimonies that have not been supported by additional evidence or corroboration.

  • Her story remains uncorroborated by other witnesses.
  • The uncorroborated allegations caused much debate.
unsubstantiated

Use this for statements or rumors that lack any form of evidence to support their validity, often casting doubt on their truth.

  • The accusation was dismissed as it was unsubstantiated.
  • Unsubstantiated rumors can damage a person's reputation.
unauthenticated

This word is used for items, such as documents or artifacts, that have not been validated as genuine or credible.

  • The museum displayed several unauthenticated paintings supposedly by famous artists.
  • The signature at the bottom remained unauthenticated.

Examples of usage

  • The reports of casualties are still unconfirmed.
  • The identity of the victim remains unconfirmed.
  • The unconfirmed rumors caused panic among the residents.
  • The company issued an unconfirmed statement regarding the incident.
  • The unconfirmed information led to confusion among the public.

Translations

Translations of the word "unconfirmed" in other languages:

🇵🇹 não confirmado

🇮🇳 अपुष्ट

🇩🇪 unbestätigt

🇮🇩 tidak dikonfirmasi

🇺🇦 непідтверджений

🇵🇱 niepotwierdzony

🇯🇵 未確認 (みかくにん)

🇫🇷 non confirmé

🇪🇸 no confirmado

🇹🇷 doğrulanmamış

🇰🇷 확인되지 않음

🇸🇦 غير مؤكد

🇨🇿 nepotvrzený

🇸🇰 nepotvrdený

🇨🇳 未确认 (wèi quèrèn)

🇸🇮 nepotrjeno

🇮🇸 óstaðfest

🇰🇿 расталмаған

🇬🇪 დაუდასტურებელი

🇦🇿 təsdiq olunmamış

🇲🇽 no confirmado

Etymology

The word 'unconfirmed' originated from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the past participle of the verb 'confirm'. It first appeared in the English language in the early 17th century. The term is commonly used in various fields such as journalism, law, and everyday conversation to indicate information that has not been officially verified or validated.

See also: confirmable, confirmand, confirmant, confirmation, confirmed, confirming.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #27,943, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.