unsaid

Meanings

• Noun

  Something that has not been expressed or stated, often intentionally left unspoken.

  - "The unsaid tension between them was palpable."
  - "He left the unsaid implication hanging in the air."
  - "The unsaid rule was that no one spoke about politics at the dinner table."

---

Synonyms

retract , take back , unspeak

---

Variants

List of all variants of unsaid that leads to same result
unsaid , unsay , unsayed , unsaying , unsays

---

Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

The word 'unsaid' is derived from the Old English word 'unsaidan', which means 'unspoken'. It is formed by combining the prefix 'un-' (meaning 'not') with the past participle of the verb 'say' or 'speak'.

---

Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. The term 'unsaid' is also used in linguistics to refer to the implicit meaning or context that is not explicitly stated in a sentence.

2. In psychology, the unsaid refers to unspoken thoughts, feelings, or desires that are not expressed verbally.

3. The concept of the unsaid has been explored in various forms of art and literature throughout history, from Shakespeare's plays to modern-day novels and films.

---

Related Concepts

informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to

1. Implication: The unsaid often relies on implication, where the meaning is inferred from context or tone rather than being explicitly stated.

2. Subtext: The unsaid can also be referred to as subtext, which refers to the underlying meaning or message that is not explicitly stated in a text or conversation.

---

Culture

Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

In literature, the unsaid is often used to create suspense or tension in a story. In art, it can be represented through symbols or colors that convey an unspoken emotion or message. In music, the unsaid can be the melody or lyrics that are implied but not explicitly stated.

How to Memorize "unsaid"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a scene where people are communicating but not speaking, such as a room full of people at a party, or a couple sitting in silence at the dinner table.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'unsaid' with the concept of silence or unspoken words.
   - Think of the word 'unsaid' as the opposite of 'said' or 'spoken'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the phrase 'Unspoken words are the unsaid'.

---

Memorize "unsaid" using Dictozo

The best and recommended way to memorize unsaid is, by using Dictozo. Just save the word in Dictozo extension and let the app handle the rest. It enhances the memorization process in two ways:

1. Highlighting:

   Whenever users encounters the saved word on a webpage, Dictozo highlights it, drawing the user's attention and reinforcing memorization.
2. Periodic Reminders:

   Dictozo will send you periodic reminders to remind you the saved word, it will ask you quiz. These reminders could be in the form of notifications or emails, prompting users to recall and reinforce their knowledge.