Meaning & Definition of word "Unannounced"

Unannounced

/ˌʌn.əˈnaʊnst/

adjective:

  • 1. Not made known in advance; occurring without prior notice.
    • Example: The company conducted an unannounced inspection to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
  • 2. Arriving or happening without prior warning.
    • Example: She received an unannounced visit from her childhood friend, which took her by surprise.
  • 3. Done without formal notification.
    • Example: The unannounced changes to the schedule confused many participants at the event.

Etymology

Combining the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' with 'announced', which comes from the Latin 'annuntiatus', meaning 'to announce'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

unannounced arrival:

an arrival without prior notice or warning.

unannounced inspection:

an inspection that is not scheduled or communicated in advance.

Related Words

announce:

to make a public declaration about something.

notification:

the action of notifying someone or something.

Slang Meanings of unannounced

Meaning: sudden drop-in

Example Sentence: My friend made a sudden drop-in, completely unannounced.

Meaning: surprise guest

Example Sentence: He showed up as a surprise guest, not unannounced but unexpected.