Definition

Not included in a count or not counted; can refer to things that are too many to count or have not been counted yet.

Example

The uncounted votes will be tallied after the election.

Conversation

I heard there are uncounted issues with the project we submitted.

Really? I thought everything was in order.

Yeah, they might have missed some details while reviewing.

I hope they fix it soon; we can't afford any delays.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Uncounted → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "count" (from Old French *conter*, meaning to enumerate or tally) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a past participle). The word "uncounted" means not counted or not included in a count.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') and 'enumerating' ('count') to remember that 'uncounted' means something that has not been included in a count.

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