Definition

Not proven or confirmed by evidence or documentation.

Example

The researcher found several unattested claims in the old manuscript.

Conversation

I found this quote online, but it seems to be unattested in any literature.

That's interesting! It's always good to verify sources before using them.

Yeah, I hate it when I come across unattested information.

Same here; it makes it hard to trust what you read.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unattested → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "attest" (from Latin "attestari", meaning to bear witness or affirm). The word "unattested" means not having been confirmed or verified by evidence or testimony.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') confirming or 'bearing witness' ('attest') to something — that's why unattested means something that hasn't been verified.

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