unnamed
UK: ʌnˈneɪmd | US: ʌnˈneɪmd
adj. not having a name or designation
adj. anonymous or unidentified
The word "unnamed" is formed by combining the prefix "un-" (Old English "un-," meaning "not") with the root "name" (Old English "nama," meaning "designation or identity") and the suffix "-ed" (used to form adjectives). The prefix "un-" negates the root, creating a meaning of "not named." This follows a common pattern in English where "un-" is added to adjectives or participles to indicate the opposite quality (e.g., "unhappy," "untold"). The word has retained its straightforward structure and meaning over time.
The unnamed author of the manuscript remains a mystery.
The police found an unnamed suspect at the scene.
The book features several unnamed characters who play minor roles.
An unnamed source provided the journalist with critical information.
The artifact was discovered in an unnamed tomb in Egypt.