Definition

Not supported by evidence or confirmation from other sources.

Example

The detective dismissed the uncorroborated claims as unreliable.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new evidence in that case?

Yeah, but I read that it's mostly uncorroborated claims.

That's true, without solid proof, it doesn't mean much.

Exactly, it's hard to trust anything that's uncorroborated.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Uncorroborated → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not), "corroborare" (from Latin, meaning to strengthen or confirm), and "-ated" (a suffix used to form past participles). The word "uncorroborated" means not confirmed or not supported by additional evidence.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') confirming or 'strengthening' ('corroborare') something — that's why uncorroborated means something that lacks confirmation.

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