Unquestioned: meaning, definitions and examples

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unquestioned

 

[ ʌnˈkwɛstʃənd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

incontestable

Not doubted or called into question; accepted without hesitation or doubt.

Synonyms

indisputable, unarguable, undoubted.

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Word Description / Examples
unquestioned

Use twice. See above.

undoubted

Use when emphasizing that there is no question or suspicion about something, often focusing on trust or reputation.

  • Her talents are undoubted, which is why she was promoted so quickly.
  • The artist's influence on modern music is undoubted.
indisputable

Use when referring to something that cannot be denied or challenged because it is clearly true.

  • The evidence presented in court was indisputable, leading to a swift verdict.
  • Indisputable facts about climate change demand urgent action.
unarguable

Use when something is so clear and obvious that there is no room for debate or disagreement.

  • It is unarguable that water is essential for life.
  • The benefits of regular exercise are unarguable.

Examples of usage

  • It was an unquestioned fact that the sun rises in the east.
  • His unquestioned expertise in the field made him the go-to person for advice.
  • She had an unquestioned reputation for honesty and integrity.
Context #2 | Adjective

not challenged

Not challenged or disputed; accepted as true or valid without opposition.

Synonyms

unchallenged, uncontested, unopposed.

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unquestioned

Appropriate when something is accepted without any doubt or further investigation.

  • Her integrity was unquestioned by all her colleagues
  • The decision came with unquestioned authority
unopposed

Appropriate when someone or something faces no active resistance or opposition, often in political or competitive contexts.

  • The bill passed through parliament unopposed
  • He claimed the territory unopposed
uncontested

Useful when referring to something that has no competition or opposition in a specific context, like a competition or claim.

  • The candidate won the election uncontested
  • The championship was hers, uncontested
unchallenged

Best used when something is not disputed or debated, often implying a lack of opposition or resistance.

  • The ruler remained unchallenged for years
  • His assertion went unchallenged during the meeting

Examples of usage

  • The team enjoyed an unquestioned victory in the championship.
  • Her leadership was unquestioned by all members of the organization.

Translations

Translations of the word "unquestioned" in other languages:

🇵🇹 inquestionável

🇮🇳 अविवादित

🇩🇪 unangefochten

🇮🇩 tidak dipertanyakan

🇺🇦 беззаперечний

🇵🇱 niekwestionowany

🇯🇵 疑いのない

🇫🇷 incontesté

🇪🇸 incuestionable

🇹🇷 sorgulanmamış

🇰🇷 의심할 여지가 없는

🇸🇦 لا جدال فيه

🇨🇿 nesporný

🇸🇰 nepochybný

🇨🇳 无可争议的

🇸🇮 nesporen

🇮🇸 óumdeilanlegur

🇰🇿 даусыз

🇬🇪 უდავო

🇦🇿 şübhəsiz

🇲🇽 incuestionable

Etymology

The word 'unquestioned' originated from the combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' or 'opposite of', and 'questioned', the past participle of 'question'. It first appeared in the English language in the 16th century, evolving to represent something that is not doubted or contested. Over time, 'unquestioned' has retained its meaning of being accepted without dispute or challenge.

See also: questionability, questionable, questionableness, questionably, questioner, questioning, questioningly, questionnaire, unquestionable, unquestionably.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,544, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.