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Definition of uncrowned

uncrowned

/ʌnˈkraʊnd/
un · crowned
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• adjective

1

Widely recognized as the preeminent leader, champion, or figure in a particular field, despite lacking an official title or formal designation.

Example

"For decades, she was celebrated by critics and readers alike as the uncrowned queen of detective fiction."

2

Not having formally received a royal crown or undergone a coronation ceremony, despite holding or claiming the title of monarch.

Example

"The young prince remained an uncrowned monarch for several months while preparations for the state ceremony were finalized."

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• Nearby Words

uncrossable
uncrossed
uncrowded
uncrowned
uncrumple
uncrushable
uncrushed

Word Origin & Etymology

First recorded in the late 14th century, formed in Middle English from the prefix un- ('not') and crowned, the past participle of crown (from Old French coroner, ultimately from Latin corona, meaning 'garland' or 'wreath').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Uncrowned. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/uncrowned
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