Definition

Not discovered or noticed; something that remains hidden or unobserved.

Example

The thief left the scene undetected, avoiding all security cameras.

Conversation

Did you hear about the thief who went undetected for weeks?

No way! How did that happen?

Apparently, he was really clever about covering his tracks.

That's wild! It's surprising how some people can slip by unnoticed.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Undetected → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "detected" (from Latin "detegere", meaning to uncover or reveal). The word "undetected" means not uncovered or not revealed, indicating something that has gone unnoticed.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'not' ('un-') 'revealed' ('detected') — that's why undetected means it hasn't been noticed.

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