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unspoken

[ uhn-spoh-kuhn ]

adjective

  1. implied or understood without being spoken or uttered.
  2. not addressed (usually followed by to ).
  3. not talking; silent.


unspoken

/ ʌnˈspəʊkən /

adjective

  1. understood without needing to be spoken; tacit
  2. not uttered aloud


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Word History and Origins

Origin of unspoken1

First recorded in 1325–75, unspoken is from the Middle English word unspokyn. See un- 1, spoken

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Example Sentences

The unspoken question from his son and the thousands of other kids was, “Could it happen to you?”

The unspoken controversy surrounding Hall lies in that he is challenging the status quo, which is cherished in Texas.

She refused to participate in political bribery, which is the unspoken prerequisite backbone of this world.

Flagrant anti-Semitism fell out of favor and was replaced by a closeted, unspoken bigotry.

The threat of Ebola is incredibly real, and though mostly unspoken, it is a concern for many across The Gambia.

“Well, I hope he does,” sighed Sol, the sigh being breathed to give expression of what remained unspoken.

For a split second something leaped unspoken between them, as if doors in both their minds had opened and closed again.

He took his leave respectfully, and the three generous souls felt his unspoken gratitude.

Notwithstanding Thurstane's shyness and silences, she discovered his moral weight and gathered his unspoken meanings.

The afternoon wore heavily away in the unspoken anguish of love and pride and suspicion.

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