Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

unperson

noun

/ˌʌnˈpɜːr.sən/

Definition

To erase someone from existence, often used in a political context.

Examples

After the scandal, the politician became an unperson in the public eye, with all reference to his previous achievements disappearing from the media.
In the dystopian novel, the government had the power to unperson anyone who disagreed with their regime.

Meaning

The term refers to the act of denying a person’s existence or contributions, typically by removing them from historical records, media, or public acknowledgment.