unsubstantiated

[ˌʌnsəbˈstænʃieɪtɪd]

unsubstantiated Definition

• 1. not supported or proven by evidence
• 2. lacking factual basis or justification

Using unsubstantiated: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "unsubstantiated" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The allegations against him were completely unsubstantiated.

• Example

  The claims of the company's success were found to be unsubstantiated.

• Example

  The article was retracted due to its unsubstantiated claims.

• Example

  The theory remains unsubstantiated by any scientific evidence.

unsubstantiated Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for unsubstantiated

• baseless
• unsupported
• unproven
• unfounded

Antonyms for unsubstantiated

• substantiated
• supported
• proven
• validated

Phrases with unsubstantiated

• unsubstantiated rumor

  a piece of information that is not supported by any evidence and is likely untrue

  Example

  The media spread an unsubstantiated rumor about the celebrity's personal life.

• unsubstantiated claim

  an assertion or statement that is not backed up by any evidence or proof

  Example

  The politician made several unsubstantiated claims during the debate.

• unsubstantiated accusation

  a charge or allegation that is not supported by any evidence or proof

  Example

  The defendant denied the unsubstantiated accusation against him.

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Summary: unsubstantiated in Brief

'Unsubstantiated' [ˌʌnsəbˈstænʃieɪtɪd] means lacking factual basis or justification, not supported or proven by evidence. It is often used to describe claims, rumors, or accusations that are baseless or unfounded, as in 'The allegations against him were completely unsubstantiated.'