Untapped: meaning, definitions and examples
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untapped
[ ʌnˈtæpt ]
potential
Not yet fully utilized or developed; unrealized potential.
Synonyms
undeveloped, unrealized, unused.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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untapped |
This word is often used to describe resources or potential that have not yet been exploited or utilized. It's commonly employed in business, environmental contexts, or in discussions about skills and opportunities.
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undeveloped |
This term is frequently used to describe areas, countries, or regions that lack modern infrastructure, economic prosperity, or technological advancement. It can also apply to ideas or plans that are not fully formed.
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unrealized |
This word is used when referring to potential or opportunities that have not yet been achieved or brought to fruition. It can also apply to feelings, dreams, or goals.
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unused |
This term is typically used for objects or resources that have not been used or utilized. It is often found in contexts related to consumption, storage, or availability.
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Examples of usage
- Her untapped talent for painting was finally discovered.
- The company saw the untapped market as a great opportunity for growth.
resources
To not make full use of (resources or potential).
Synonyms
neglect, underestimate, underutilize.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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untapped |
Use this word when referring to potential or resources that have not yet been exploited or utilized.
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underutilize |
Use this word when referring to something that is not being used to its full potential or capacity.
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neglect |
Use this word when referring to something that has been ignored or not given proper attention. It has a negative connotation.
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underestimate |
Use this word to describe a situation where something or someone is judged to be less important, powerful, or capable than they actually are.
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Examples of usage
- The team untapped the potential of their employees by providing additional training.
- We must untap the natural resources in a sustainable way.
Translations
Translations of the word "untapped" in other languages:
🇵🇹 inexplorado
- não explorado
- não aproveitado
🇮🇳 अप्रयुक्त
- अनछुआ
- दुहना
🇩🇪 ungenutzt
🇮🇩 belum dimanfaatkan
🇺🇦 незайманий
- нерозвіданий
- невикористаний
🇵🇱 niewykorzystany
🇯🇵 未開発の (mikaihatsu no)
🇫🇷 inexploité
- non exploré
- non utilisé
🇪🇸 no explotado
- sin explotar
- sin utilizar
🇹🇷 kullanılmamış
🇰🇷 미개발의 (migaebal-ui)
🇸🇦 غير مستغل
🇨🇿 nevyužitý
🇸🇰 nevyužitý
🇨🇳 未开发的 (wèi kāifā de)
🇸🇮 neizkoriščen
🇮🇸 ónotað
🇰🇿 пайдаланылмаған
🇬🇪 გამოუყენებელი
🇦🇿 istifadə olunmamış
🇲🇽 no explotado
- sin explorar
- sin utilizar
Etymology
The word 'untapped' originated in the mid-19th century, formed by combining 'un-' (meaning 'not') and 'tapped' (referring to the action of drawing liquid from a container). The concept of something being untapped implies that its full potential has not yet been realized or utilized. Over time, the word has come to represent the idea of undiscovered opportunities waiting to be explored and developed.
Word Frequency Rank
Positioned at #23,686, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.
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- 23683 chided
- 23684 officiated
- 23685 wilted
- 23686 untapped
- 23687 obelisk
- 23688 oboe
- 23689 unpleasantness
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