unbeknownst
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Will your question invite helpful suggestions, or, unbeknownst to you, poke a bear who is exhausted by people making this same mistake over and over?
From Slate ● Oct. 11, 2026
As Sabah's players and staff celebrated reaching the Champions League two weeks ago, unbeknownst to Dambrauskas he was becoming a social media star.
From BBC ● Sep. 7, 2026
But he was really on a different plane, unbeknownst to the public and many in his entourage.
From Salon ● Aug. 11, 2026
Unbeknownst to you — and truth be told, unbeknownst to the people here — the future of these United States, the modern nation, was being shaped in California, too.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 2, 2026
She, who, unbeknownst to Clayton, loved watching a baseball game at the stadium, was always welcome to join them.
From "Clayton Byrd Goes Underground" by Rita Williams-Garcia
Vocabulary lists containing unbeknownst
Americanized
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Angela's Ashes
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
"A Walk to the Jetty" by Jamaica Kincaid
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
Random Word
Spin the wheel and learn a new word!
Get a word