Uncredited: meaning, definitions and examples

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uncredited

[ʌnˈkrɛdɪtɪd ]

Definition

^{Context #1 | Adjective}

Not officially acknowledged or credited for work done.

Word	Description / Examples
uncredited	Used when someone contributes to a work but does not receive official recognition in credits, such as in movies, television, or published materials. The actor had an uncredited role in the famous movie The designer was uncredited for their contribution to the project
unacknowledged	Refers to a situation where someone's effort, contribution, or presence is not recognized or acknowledged, often in a formal or personal context. Her hard work went unacknowledged at the company's annual meeting The scientist felt unacknowledged for years of dedicated research
unrecognized	Describes someone or something that is not recognized, either in terms of identity or merit. This has a slightly negative connotation, as it implies deserving recognition but not receiving it. The unrecognized hero saved many lives during the crisis The artist remained unrecognized for much of their career
unattributed	Used when a piece of work, quote, or fact is presented without naming the person or source responsible for it. The unattributed quote spread quickly on social media The artwork was left unattributed in the gallery's display

They were accused of using uncredited extras in the film.
The uncredited writer of the script demanded recognition for their contributions.

The term 'uncredited' combines the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and 'credited' which means to receive praise or acknowledgment.
It has roots in English dating back to the early 20th century, primarily used in media contexts.
The prefix 'un-' can signify the opposite of the root word, making 'uncredited' mean lacking credit.

Many behind-the-scenes individuals, such as crew members in films, often work without receiving credit, impacting their visibility in the industry.
Uncredited roles, especially in acting, can lead to a significant culture of ‘cameo’ appearances where actors choose to appear without being listed.
In the film industry, uncredited contributions can sometimes spark legal disputes over recognition rights for work done.

Being uncredited can lead to feelings of undervaluation, affecting motivation and self-esteem, especially in collaborative work environments.
Research shows that people who feel uncredited may be less likely to contribute in future group endeavors due to diminished recognition.
The concept of social recognition is important for psychological wellbeing; those uncredited might feel left out or overlooked.

Many literary works have uncredited influences; for instance, motifs or phrases can be drawn from past works without proper acknowledgment.
Anonymous authorship in literature allows for creative freedom but often results in complex discussions about credit and intellectual property.
Uncredited contributions are common in literary anthologies, where editors may include works without identifying all contributors, raising ethical questions.

Open-source projects often have many uncredited contributors; the philosophy of open software encourages collaboration without a focus on individual recognition.
In software development, uncredited code can be reused or modified by others, leading to debates about ownership rights and attribution.
The movement for ethical AI highlights the importance of recognizing uncredited labor in data tagging and model training.

Translations of the word "uncredited" in other languages:

🇵🇹 não creditado

🇮🇳 अज्ञात

🇩🇪 unbenannt

🇮🇩 tidak dikreditkan

🇺🇦 без вказання авторства

🇵🇱 bez kredytu

🇯🇵 無記名

🇫🇷 non crédité

🇪🇸 sin acreditar

🇹🇷 kredilendirilmemiş

🇰🇷 크레딧 없음

🇸🇦 غير معتمد

🇨🇿 neuznaný

🇸🇰 neuznaný

🇨🇳 未署名

🇸🇮 nepriznan

🇮🇸 ónefndur

🇰🇿 аталмаған

🇬🇪 უცნობი

🇦🇿 qeydedilməmiş

🇲🇽 sin acreditar