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Definition of unpronounced

unpronounced

/ˌʌn.prəˈnaʊnst/
un · pro · nounced
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unpronounced Lexical Profile

unpronounced Game Scores & Validity

• adjective

1

Not spoken aloud, articulated, or sounded out, especially of a letter in a written word.

Example

"In the English word 'knight', the initial letter 'k' remains completely unpronounced."

2

Not strongly marked, distinct, or noticeable; subtle.

Example

"The flavor of the spice was fairly unpronounced in the soup, blending quietly into the broth."

3

Not formally declared, stated, or officially announced, such as a legal judgment or verdict.

Example

"The court's final sentence remained unpronounced pending the review of new evidence."

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• Rhymes for unpronounced

• Nearby Words

unpromising
unprompted
unpronounceable
unpronounced
unprosperous
unprotected
unprotectedness

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