Definition

Not listened to or ignored, especially when advice or warnings are not followed.

Example

Her warnings about the storm went unheeded, and many were caught in the rain.

Conversation

I told him about my concerns, but he just brushed them off.

That's frustrating! It's like your advice is unheeded completely.

Exactly! I feel like he never listens to what I say.

Maybe he just needs a bit more time to realize how important your input is.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unheeded → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "heed" (from Old English *hēdan*, meaning to take notice of or pay attention to). The word "unheeded" means not taken notice of or ignored.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') paying 'attention' ('heed') — that's why unheeded means something that is ignored.

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