The difference between Unknown and Unsung

When used as adjectives, unknown means not known, whereas unsung means which has not been lauded or appreciated.

Unknown is also noun with the meaning: a variable (usually x, y or z) whose value is to be found.

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  1. Unknown as an adjective (sometimes, _, postpositive):

    Not known; unidentified; not well known.

  1. Unknown as a noun (algebra):

    A variable (usually x, y or z) whose value is to be found.

  2. Unknown as a noun:

    Any thing, place, or situation about which nothing is known; an unknown fact or piece of information.

  3. Unknown as a noun:

    A person of no identity; a nonentity

  1. Unsung as an adjective:

    Which has not been lauded or appreciated.

    Examples:

    "The backstage crew of the movie were the unsung heroes."

  2. Unsung as an adjective:

    Not sung.

    Examples:

    "The third hymn remained unsung."

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