Definition

Not listened to or acknowledged; something that has not been heard or recognized.

Example

The unheard voices of the community need to be addressed.

Conversation

I feel like my ideas often go unheard in group discussions.

That’s frustrating! People should really pay more attention.

Yeah, it’s like my thoughts just fade into the background.

Exactly! Everyone deserves to be heard, especially when they have good points.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unheard → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "heard" (from Old English "hyrdan", meaning to perceive sound). The word "unheard" means not heard or not perceived by the sense of hearing.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being added to 'perceiving sound' ('heard') — that's why unheard means something that is not heard.

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