Synonyms of unrecognized

unrecognized

adjective

ˌən-ˈre-kig-ˌnīzd 

as in unknown

not widely known

she was an unrecognized pioneer in the field of mathematics until a film about her life was produced

Synonyms & Similar Words

• unknown
• obscure
• unsung
• anonymous
• uncelebrated
• no-name
• unpopular
• nameless
• unfamous
• minor
• unimportant
• forgotten
• unnoticed
• insignificant
• noteless
• undistinguished
• unremarkable
• unrecognizable
• unexceptional
• unnoticeable
• unremembered
• faceless
• unnewsworthy

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• prominent
• famous
• celebrated
• notorious
• renowned
• famed
• noted
• outstanding
• legendary
• distinguished
• notable
• fabled
• eminent
• remarkable
• great
• fabulous
• infamous
• exceptional
• well-known
• major
• significant
• illustrious
• important
• prestigious
• honorable
• influential
• reputable
• noteworthy
• respectable
• leading
• favorite
• popular
• preferred
• estimable
• newsworthy

Examples of unrecognized in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

At first, these pledges of loyalty went largely unrecognized by ISIS leaders in the Middle East. —Zachary Abuza, Foreign Affairs, 16 Sep. 2019

While gay, lesbian, and trans celebrities are often spotlighted by various entities during this time, those who fall outside of strict gender boxes are often overlooked, disregarded, or simply unrecognized. —Rivea Ruff, Essence, 7 June 2024

Meanwhile, Hallmark favorite Chabert, 41, will host Celebrations, which spotlights unrecognized heroes who are positively impacting their communities. —Charna Flam, Peoplemag, 14 Aug. 2024

Pride before the fall; unrecognized love; Shakespearean irony; and a fool wiser than the wise men. —The Week Us, theweek, 13 Aug. 2024