Pronunciation: [ʌnsˈɒlvd] (IPA) 
The word "unsolved" is spelled with the consonant cluster "nv" in the middle. This sound can be represented phonetically as /n/ + /v/. The "n" represents the nasal sound at the beginning of the cluster and the "v" represents the voiced labiodental fricative. The word means something that has not been figured out or solved. It is commonly used in the context of a mystery or a problem that has yet to be resolved.
Unsolved is an adjective that describes a situation, problem, mystery, or crime that remains unresolved or without a solution. When something is unsolved, it means that no clear answer or resolution has been found, leaving it open-ended or inconclusive.
In the context of a mystery, an unsolved case refers to a crime, event, or enigma that investigators and authorities have been unable to solve or explain. It implies that questions are still unanswered, evidence has not been sufficiently conclusive, or the responsible party or motive has not been identified.
Similarly, an unsolved problem refers to a challenge or issue that has not been resolved despite efforts to find a solution. It suggests that attempts to address the problem have been unsuccessful, and it may indicate a lack of understanding, resources, or methodologies necessary to find a resolution.
In a broader sense, unsolved can also refer to unanswered questions or unresolved issues in various fields such as science, mathematics, philosophy, or history. It implies that these questions or issues remain open for further investigation and contemplation, awaiting a possible resolution or breakthrough.
Overall, unsolved denotes a lack of closure, resolution, or definitive answer concerning a mystery, case, problem, or question, suggesting that it remains outstanding and yet to be resolved.
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Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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The word "unsolved" is derived from the prefix "un-", meaning "not", and the verb "solve", which can be traced back to the Latin word "solvere". In Latin, "solvere" means "to loosen", "to untie", or "to explain". Over time, the meaning of "solve" evolved to refer to finding a solution or explanation for a problem or question. Thus, "unsolved" describes something that has not been explained or resolved.
