Unplumbed

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈplʌmd/

Definitions of unplumbed

adjective not measured or understood; deep or profound

Example Sentences

A1 The deep sea is home to many unplumbed mysteries.

A2 Her knowledge of the subject is still unplumbed.

B1 The complexity of the issue is still largely unplumbed.

B2 The scientist's research delves into the unplumbed depths of the human mind.

C1 The unplumbed depths of the ocean remain a source of fascination for researchers.

C2 The artist's work explores the unplumbed depths of human emotion.

Examples of unplumbed in a Sentence

formal The scientist delved into the unplumbed depths of the ocean to study its unique ecosystem.

informal I never knew the unplumbed mysteries that lay hidden in the old abandoned house.

slang Dude, that party was unplumbed! We had such a great time.

figurative Her talent was like an unplumbed well, waiting to be discovered and appreciated by the world.

Grammatical Forms of unplumbed

• past tense: unplumbed
• plural: unplumbed
• comparative: more unplumbed
• superlative: most unplumbed
• present tense: plumbing
• future tense: will plumb
• perfect tense: have plumbed
• continuous tense: is plumbing
• singular: unplumbed
• positive degree: unplumbed
• infinitive: to plumb
• gerund: plumbing
• participle: plumbed

Origin and Evolution of unplumbed

First Known Use: 1300 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'unplumbed' originated from Middle English, derived from the Old French word 'plombe' meaning 'lead', which was used in reference to sounding the depth of water.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'unplumbed' evolved to mean something that is immeasurable or unfathomable, extending beyond just the literal depth of water.