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UNAUTHORIZED
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I. (adjective)
Sense 1
Meaning:
Not endowed with authority
Synonyms:
unauthorised; unauthorized
Classified under:
Similar:
self-appointed (designated or chosen by yourself)
unaccredited; unlicenced; unlicensed (lacking official approval)
Also:
illegitimate (of marriages and offspring; not recognized as lawful)
unofficial (not having official authority or sanction)
Attribute:
authorisation; authorization; mandate (a document giving an official instruction or command)
Antonym:
authorized (endowed with authority)
Sense 2
Meaning:
Without official authorization
Example:
wildcat work stoppage
Synonyms:
unauthorised; unauthorized; wildcat
Classified under:
Similar:
unofficial (not having official authority or sanction)
