unsung

[ uhn-suhng ]

adjective

1. not sung; sung; not uttered or rendered by singing.
2. not celebrated in song or verse; not praised or acclaimed:

   the unsung heroes of the war.

unsung

/ ʌnˈsʌŋ /

adjective

1. not acclaimed or honoured

   unsung deeds

2. not yet sung

Word History and Origins

Origin of unsung¹

1375–1425 unsung fordef 1; 1660–70 unsung fordef 2; late Middle English; un- ¹, sung

Example Sentences

It’s time to honor one of the most unsung heroes of the Dodgers.

From Los Angeles Times

One described him as an "unsung" hero of the Robson era.

From BBC

"While it emphasises the unsung and vital presence of mothers, Nightbitch doesn't probe the broader societal devaluation that actually causes women to feel unfulfilled."

From BBC

Are there any "unsung heroes" in the sandwich world for which you have a special affinity?

From Salon

But those interests pale next to Lerew’s passion for unsung museums and collections.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• anonymous
• neglected
• overlooked
• unacknowledged
• unrecognized