Uncredited: meaning, definitions and examples

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uncredited

 

[ ʌnˈkrɛdɪtɪd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

movie industry

Not officially acknowledged or credited for work done.

Synonyms

unacknowledged, unattributed, unrecognized.

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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

Examples of usage

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

Translations

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

Etymology

The word 'uncredited' originated in the early 20th century, combining the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' with 'credited,' which is derived from the Latin word 'credere' meaning 'to believe.' The term gained popularity in the movie industry to refer to individuals who were not officially acknowledged for their work.

See also: accredit, credential, creditability, creditable, creditor, credits, creditworthy, discredit, discreditable.