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unknown
01
not widely acknowledged or familiar to most people
Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
qualitative
Superlative
most unknown
Comparative
more unknown
gradable
Examples
The path through the dense forest led into the unknown, with no clear markers to guide the way.
02
(of a person) not known by many people
Examples
The band played in small venues for years, struggling to gain recognition and remain relatively unknown in the music industry.
03
not existing or occurring in a particular place, time, or situation before
Examples
Such kindness was unknown in that harsh environment.
Unknown
01
an unexplored or unfamiliar region, often mysterious or beyond current understanding
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Compound
Uncountable
Examples
The explorers ventured into the unknown, seeking new lands.
02
a quantity or variable in a mathematical equation that is not yet determined and must be solved for
Examples
To solve the problem, first identify the unknown in the equation.
03
a person who has not yet gained recognition or fame, often new or unnoticed in their field
Examples
The producer chose an unknown for the main part, giving the film a fresh feel.
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