unexpressed
|un-ex-pressed|
B2
/ˌʌnɪkˈsprɛst/
(express)
not communicated
Etymology
Etymology Information
'unexpressed' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'express' from Latin 'expressus', meaning 'to press out'.
Historical Evolution
'expressus' transformed into the Old French word 'expresser', and eventually became the modern English word 'express'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to press out or squeeze', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to communicate or articulate'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not communicated or made known.
His feelings of disappointment remained unexpressed.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35