Untrodden

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Pronunciation Definitions Examples Grammatical Forms Origin and Evolution

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈtrɒdən/

Definitions of untrodden

adjective an adjective describes or modifies a noun or pronoun, in this case 'untrodden' describes something that has not been walked on or traveled over

Example Sentences

A1 The untrodden path through the forest was full of surprises.

A2 She stumbled upon an untrodden beach while exploring the coastline.

B1 The hikers were excited to discover an untrodden trail in the mountains.

B2 The explorer ventured into the untrodden wilderness, eager to document its untouched beauty.

C1 The archaeologist uncovered an untrodden ancient city buried beneath the sand.

C2 The artist sought inspiration in the untrodden landscapes of Antarctica.

Examples of untrodden in a Sentence

formal The path through the forest was completely untrodden, indicating that no one had passed through in a long time.

informal We decided to explore the untrodden trail that led to the hidden waterfall.

slang Let's check out that untrodden spot by the lake, it's supposed to be really cool.

figurative She embarked on a new career path, eager to explore the untrodden territory of entrepreneurship.

Grammatical Forms of untrodden

past tense

untrodden

plural

untrodden

comparative

more untrodden

superlative

most untrodden

present tense

untrodden

future tense

will untrodden

perfect tense

have untrodden

continuous tense

is untrodden

singular

untrodden

positive degree

untrodden

infinitive

to untrodden

gerund

untroddening

participle

untrodden

Origin and Evolution of untrodden

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Old English
Story behind the word: The word 'untrodden' originated from the combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the past participle of the verb 'tread', ultimately derived from Old English 'tredan'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, 'untrodden' has retained its original meaning of 'not having been walked on' or 'not having a path or footprints', but has also come to symbolize untouched or unexplored areas in a metaphorical sense.