unstatedreason
nounUK /ʌnˈsteɪtɪd ˈriːzən/
US /ʌnˈsteɪtɪd ˈrizən/
A reason that someone does not say out loud.
She left the party early for an unstatedreason.
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2. A cause that is understood but never spoken.
His unstatedreason for helping was kindness.
3. A purpose kept private on purpose.
The unstatedreason behind the rule confused everyone.
4. An explanation that is left out of a story or report.
The report mentioned the delay but gave an unstatedreason.