Undiscovered

/ˌʌndɪsˈkʌvərd/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Not found or identified; not yet known or recognized.

Many undiscovered species may inhabit the depths of the ocean.

Not yet revealed or made known.

The artist has several undiscovered paintings that he has never shown to the public.

Not explored or investigated.

There are still many undiscovered territories in the Amazon rainforest.

The word 'undiscovered' is formed from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the past participle 'discovered' from the verb 'discover'.

undiscovered territory

Areas that have not been explored or mapped.

undiscovered talent

A skill or ability that has not yet been recognized or utilized.

discover

To find out or uncover something that was not previously known.

discovery

The act of finding or learning something for the first time.

Hidden gem

That small band is an undiscovered gem; their music is amazing!

Under the radar

She's been under the radar since starting her new project, but she's really talented!