uneclipsed
Definition
- Adjective:
- Not obscured or surpassed: "uneclipsed" describes something that has not been overshadowed, hidden, or made less prominent by another entity or force.
- Not dimmed or outshone: Specifically, it refers to something that remains as bright, notable, or significant as before, without being eclipsed in a figurative sense.
Usage Examples
- (Her stature was not diminished or overshadowed by disputes.)
- (The temple's beauty was never hidden or surpassed by newer structures.)
- (His talent was never outshone by others.)
Advanced Usage
"uneclipsed by time": not diminished or made less relevant over the years.
- The uneclipsed wisdom of the philosopher's teachings continues to inspire modern thinkers. (The wisdom has not been overshadowed by newer ideas.)
"to remain uneclipsed": to continue to hold a position of prominence without being surpassed.
- Despite many challengers, the champion's speed and agility remained uneclipsed. (The champion's abilities were not outdone.)
Variants and Related Words
Uneclipse (verb, rare): to free from being eclipsed; to restore visibility or prominence.
- The new evidence helped to uneclipse the truth that had been hidden for decades. (To bring back to light after being overshadowed.)
Eclipsed (adj): overshadowed or surpassed.
- Her early achievements were eclipsed by later, more spectacular ones. (Her early work was made less notable.)
Synonyms
- Unsurpassed: not exceeded or bettered.
- Undimmed: not made less bright or clear.
- Unobscured: not hidden or blocked from view.
- Preeminent: surpassing all others; outstanding.
Related Idioms
To stand uneclipsed: to maintain one's superior position without being overtaken.
- In the field of astrophysics, her contributions stand uneclipsed. (Her contributions remain the most significant and unmatched.)
To cast no shadow on: to not diminish or overshadow something.
- His modesty casts no shadow on his uneclipsed achievements. (His humility does not reduce the importance of his accomplishments.)