Definition

Not discovered or located; something that cannot be found.

Example

The missing keys were unfound despite searching everywhere.

Conversation

Have you seen my keys?

No, I haven't. They might be unfound somewhere in the house.

I searched everywhere, but they seem to be totally missing.

Maybe check the couch; things often get unfound there.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unfound → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "found" (from Old English "fundian", meaning to find). The word "unfound" means not found or not discovered.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being added to 'found' — this helps you remember that 'unfound' means something that has not been found.

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