uncharted

[ uhn-chahr-tid ]

adjective

1. not shown or located on a map; unexplored; unknown, as a place or region:

   the uncharted depths of space.

uncharted

/ ʌnˈtʃɑːtɪd /

adjective

1. (of a physical or nonphysical region or area) not yet mapped, surveyed, or investigated

   the uncharted depths of the mind

   uncharted waters

Word History and Origins

Origin of uncharted¹

First recorded in 1840–50; un- ¹ + chart + -ed ²

Example Sentences

His legal team said he has a strong case for asylum, but they’re navigating “uncharted territory.”

From Los Angeles Times

"We are entering uncharted territory," he said, adding that it was "very hard" to predict how markets would react in the coming days as the bond market suggested investors had "lost faith in US assets".

From BBC

Ultimately, Trump's tariff strategy will thrust the auto industry into uncharted territory, leaving uncertainty hanging over consumers, dealers and automakers until they go into effect on Wednesday.

From BBC

It has long been the type of fantastical realm so uncharted that on the old maps, it would be designated “Here Be Monsters.”

From Los Angeles Times

“But this is kind of a new era for everyone. This is all uncharted territory.”

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• far-off
• faraway
• remote
• undiscovered
• unexplored