Uncharted

/ʌnˈʧɑrtɪd/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Not mapped or explored; unfamiliar or unknown.

The expedition ventured into uncharted territory, seeking to discover new lands.

Figuratively, it can refer to areas of knowledge or experience that are unfamiliar or unexplored.

She found herself in an uncharted emotional landscape after the breakup.

Referring to something that does not have established boundaries or rules.

The team was navigating uncharted waters in their innovative research.

The word combines the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' with 'charted', the past participle of 'chart' which derives from the Old French 'charte'.

uncharted territory

An area or situation that is unfamiliar or unknown.

into uncharted waters

To enter a situation that is riskier or unknown.

chart

A visual representation of an area, used for navigation or study.

explore

To travel in or through an unfamiliar area to learn about it.

Going into the unknown.

We're heading into the uncharted, just like adventurers.

Doing something different without knowing the outcome.

Starting a business from scratch feels so uncharted.