unheralded — not previously announced, recognized, or praised; receiving little or no attention despite being significant
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: not previously announced, recognized, or praised; receiving little or no attention despite being significant
Pronunciation (IPA): /ʌnˈherəldɪd/
Example Sentences
- The unheralded janitor turned out to be a millionaire who donated anonymously to charity.
- Many unheralded scientists work behind the scenes to advance medical research.
- His unheralded arrival at the party surprised everyone, especially since he was supposed to be in another country.
unheralded
ADJECTIVE[/ʌnˈherəldɪd/]
not previously announced, recognized, or praised; receiving little or no attention despite being significant
The unheralded janitor quietly saved the school by fixing the flooding pipe at dawn.
No herald needed for this emerald - unheralded treasures shine brightest!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle English 'herald' meaning a royal messenger who announced important news, combined with the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not.' Originally, heralds were official announcers who proclaimed achievements and events.
Breakdown
un- (not) + herald (royal messenger/announcer) + -ed (past participle suffix)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The unheralded janitor turned out to be a millionaire who donated anonymously to charity.”
“Many unheralded scientists work behind the scenes to advance medical research.”
“His unheralded arrival at the party surprised everyone, especially since he was supposed to be in another country.”
“The unheralded teacher's innovative methods revolutionized how students learned mathematics.”
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