ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Unauthorized

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Unauthorized is an adjective meaning Not having any authority.

Meaning

Not having any authority.

More Meanings

  1. Without official authorization.

Example Sentences

The dangers of scofflawry vary wildly. The person who illegally spits on the sidewalk remains disgusting, but clearly poses less risk to others than the company that illegally buries hazardous chemical waste in an unauthorized location.

Word Forms

Synonyms for unauthorized

Depending on context, synonyms include wildcat, unofficial, unaccredited, unlicensed, unlicenced, self-appointed.

Antonyms for unauthorized

Common opposites include authorized.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include unofficial, unlicensed, unaccredited, unlicenced, self-appointed, wildcat.

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