Unexpressed

B2 8+

Pronunciation: /ʌnɪkˈsprɛst/

Definitions of unexpressed

adjective An adjective is a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun. In this case, 'unexpressed' describes something that has not been communicated or conveyed.

Example Sentences

A1 She kept her feelings unexpressed because she was too shy to speak up.

A2 The unexpressed emotions between them were palpable, even though they never spoke about it.

B1 The unexpressed tension in the room was so thick you could cut it with a knife.

B2 His unexpressed thoughts on the matter were evident in his furrowed brow and clenched jaw.

C1 The unexpressed resentment between the two colleagues eventually led to a heated argument.

C2 The unexpressed desires of the protagonist added depth and complexity to the novel.

Examples of unexpressed in a Sentence

formal The unexpressed emotions of the protagonist added depth to the novel.

informal She kept her unexpressed feelings bottled up inside.

slang He's always holding onto his unexpressed thoughts, man.

figurative The unexpressed potential of the team finally came to light in the championship game.

Grammatical Forms of unexpressed

past tense

unexpressed

plural

unexpressed

comparative

more unexpressed

superlative

most unexpressed

present tense

unexpressed

future tense

will unexpress

perfect tense

have unexpressed

continuous tense

is unexpressing

singular

unexpressed

positive degree

unexpressed

infinitive

to unexpress

gerund

unexpressing

participle

unexpressed

Origin and Evolution of unexpressed

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The word 'unexpressed' originated from the combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'expressed' meaning 'conveyed or communicated'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, 'unexpressed' has maintained its original meaning of something not conveyed or communicated, but its usage has expanded to include emotions, thoughts, and ideas that are not openly shown or communicated.