nameless
Translation
nameless, anonymous, unnamed
Examples
The donation came from a nameless benefactor.
The donation came from a nameless benefactor.
She felt a nameless fear in the dark.
She felt a nameless fear in the dark.
Grammar Patterns
((a/an)) nameless ((noun)) without a name The donation came from a nameless benefactor.
Similar Words
Synonyms: anonymous, unnamed, unspeakable; Antonyms: named, famous, known
Etymology
From 'name' + the suffix '-less' (meaning 'without'). Literally 'without a name'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'name' + 'less' (without). Imagine a hero with no name, a 'nameless' hero.