Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank in the given sentence.

If the video clip of the murder had not been shared on social media, the world would likely have remained ______ of the tragedy.

unaware

The most appropriate word to fill in the blank is unaware.

• Unconfirmed means not yet proved or established to be true.
• Recognised means known or identified.
• Unaware means not knowing or not having knowledge of.
• Renowned means famous or well-known.