unsung
adjective/ˈənˈsʌŋ/
Frequency rank: #14,277 most common English word
Meaning
not celebrated or praised for one's achievements; deserving recognition but not receiving it.
Example sentence
Many unsung heroes work behind the scenes to keep our communities safe.
Synonyms & related words
- unrecognized
- overlooked
- uncelebrated
- forgotten
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