Unremembered: meaning, definitions and examples
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unremembered
[ ˌʌnrɪˈmɛmbərd ]
in a forgotten state
Not recalled to memory; not remembered.
Synonyms
forgotten, unrecalled, unrecollected.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
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unremembered |
This word was listed twice by mistake; see the first entry for its description. |
forgotten |
Describes something that was once known or remembered but is no longer recalled. It can have a slightly negative connotation when it refers to something important.
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unrecalled |
Typically used in a more formal or clinical context to describe something that cannot be remembered, often despite efforts to do so.
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unrecollected |
Similar to 'unrecalled,' it is mainly used in more formal contexts to suggest something that was not brought back to memory.
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Examples of usage
- He was buried in an unremembered grave.
- The unremembered details of her childhood resurfaced in her dreams.
not commemorated or honored
Not commemorated or honored; forgotten.
Synonyms
forgotten, uncommemorated, unhonored.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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unremembered |
Use this word when referring to something or someone that has not been recalled or brought to mind, often with a sense of neglect.
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forgotten |
This word is suitable for a situation in which something or someone was once known or remembered but has since been neglected or overlooked.
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uncommemorated |
This term fits when describing an event or person who has not been celebrated or honored with a ceremony or memorial.
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unhonored |
Use this word to refer to someone or something that has not been given due respect or acknowledgment.
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Examples of usage
- The unremembered soldiers who fought for their country.
- The unremembered victims of the tragedy.
Translations
Translations of the word "unremembered" in other languages:
🇵🇹 não lembrado
🇮🇳 अविस्मरणीय
🇩🇪 nicht erinnert
🇮🇩 tidak diingat
🇺🇦 незабутий
🇵🇱 niezapamiętany
🇯🇵 覚えられていない
🇫🇷 non retenu
🇪🇸 no recordado
🇹🇷 hatırlanmayan
🇰🇷 기억되지 않은
🇸🇦 غير متذكر
🇨🇿 nepamatován
🇸🇰 nepamätaný
🇨🇳 未被记住
🇸🇮 nepomnjen
🇮🇸 óminnst
🇰🇿 еске түспеген
🇬🇪 გაუხსენებელი
🇦🇿 xatırlanmayan
🇲🇽 no recordado
Etymology
The word 'unremembered' is a combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the verb 'remember'. It first appeared in the English language in the late 16th century. The concept of being 'unremembered' can evoke feelings of being forgotten or overlooked. Throughout history, there have been many individuals and events that have been unremembered or not given the recognition they deserve.
See also: disremember, remember, rememberable, remembered, remembering.