Meaning & Definition of word "Unexplained"

Unexplained

/ˌʌn.ɪkˈspleɪnd/

adjective:

  • 1. Not accounted for or not understood; lacking explanation.
    • Example: The sudden disappearance of the documents remains unexplained.
  • 2. Unaccounted for, without clear cause or explanation.
    • Example: There was an unexplained delay in the delivery of the package.
  • 3. Referring to occurrences or phenomena that cannot be clarified or resolved.
    • Example: The scientists observed an unexplained phenomenon in their experiment.
  • 4. Describing a situation or event that raises questions due to insufficient explanation.
    • Example: Her reaction to the news was truly unexplained and puzzled everyone.
  • 5. Indicating the presence of something mysterious or cryptic owing to lack of information.
    • Example: The unexplained noises coming from the attic led the family to become quite concerned.

Etymology

From un- (not) + explained (past participle of explain).

Common Phrases and Expressions

unexplained events:

Incidents that lack clear explanation or reasoning.

unexplained reasons:

Rationale that is not clearly understood or justified.

Related Words

explain:

To make something clear or easy to understand.

mystery:

Something that is difficult or impossible to understand or explain.

Slang Meanings of unexplained

Meaning: A term used to describe something odd or bizarre.

Example Sentence: That unexplained sight in the sky was totally freaky!

Meaning: Referring to a situation that is confusing or lacks clarity.

Example Sentence: Her reactions were so unexplained, we were all left scratching our heads.