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Unnoticed - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

unnoticed

/ʌnˈnoʊtɪst/ /ʌnˈnəʊtɪst/

Definition:

Not observed or seen; escaping attention.

Synonyms:

overlooked, ignored, disregarded, unseen

Part of Speech:

adjective

Antonyms:

noticed, observed, recognized

Common Collocations:

go unnoticed, remain unnoticed, slip by unnoticed

Derivatives:

unnoticeable, unnoticing

Usage Tips:

Use "unnoticed" to describe something that escapes attention or observation in a situation.

Common Phrases:

slip by unnoticed, go unnoticed, fly under the radar

Etymology:

Derived from "un-" (not) + "noticed," from Old French "noter" (to mark).

Examples:

  • 1. The cat crept by unnoticed.
  • 2. Her hard work went unnoticed by her boss.
  • 3. The small error slipped by unnoticed in the report.
  • 4. He left the party early and almost went unnoticed.

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