Definition

Something that is not clarified or understood, often leaving people puzzled about its cause or reason.

Example

The sudden disappearance of the plane remains unexplained after all these years.

Conversation

Did you hear about the strange noise coming from the attic?

Yeah, it was really creepy and totally unexplained.

I wonder if it could be a raccoon or something.

Maybe, but the whole thing just feels so unexplained!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unexplained → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "explained" (from Latin "explanare", meaning to make clear or to explain). The word "unexplained" means not made clear or not clarified.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') making something 'clear' ('explanare') — that's why unexplained means something that is not clear.

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