unheard

[uhn-hurd]

adjective

1. not heard; not perceived by the ear.

2. not given a hearing or audience.

3. Archaic.,  unheard-of.

unheard

/ ʌnˈhɜːd /

adjective

1. not heard; not perceived by the ear

2. not listened to or granted a hearing

   his warning went unheard

3. archaic,  unheard-of

Word History and Origins

Origin of unheard¹

First recorded in 1250–1300; Middle English unherd. See un- ¹, heard ( def. )

Example Sentences

In the world of federal prosecution, refusing to indict is almost unheard of.

From Salon

Surprise deliveries are uncommon but far from unheard of, experts say.

From Los Angeles Times

"Live streaming was unheard of 10 years ago," she said.

From BBC

Of all his more than 3,000 wins, he will most be remembered for his ride aboard Secretariat winning the Triple Crown and Belmont Stakes by an unheard of 31 lengths.

From Los Angeles Times

Further previously unheard and rare tracks from them will feature on a new album called Hidden Treasures, which will be released on 7 November.

From BBC

Related Words

• inaudible