Definition

Describing something that has not been resolved or figured out yet.

Example

The mystery remains unsolved after many years.

Conversation

Have you heard about that unsolved mystery in our town?

Yeah, it's so intriguing! I can't believe no one has figured it out yet.

I wonder what happened to the missing person; it's such an unsolved case.

Right? I hope they find out the truth soon.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unsolved → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "solvere" (meaning to loosen or solve). The word "unsolved" means not solved or unresolved.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') having been able to 'solve' ('solvere') something — that's why unsolved means something that remains unresolved.

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