unsubstantiated
adjective/ˌʌnsəbˈstænʃiˌeɪtɪd/
Frequency rank: #14,687 most common English word
Meaning
Not supported or proven by evidence or facts.
Example sentence
The reporter refused to publish unsubstantiated claims without solid evidence.
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