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UNOFFICIAL
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I. (adjective)
Sense 1
Meaning:
Not having official authority or sanction
Example:
he participated in an unofficial capacity
Classified under:
Similar:
drumhead; summary (performed speedily and without formality)
informal; loose (not officially recognized or controlled)
unauthorised; unauthorized; wildcat (without official authorization)
unsanctioned (without explicit official permission)
Also:
unauthorised; unauthorized (not endowed with authority)
Antonym:
official (having official authority or sanction)
Sense 2
Meaning:
Not officially established
Example:
the early election returns are unofficial
Classified under:
Similar:
unconfirmed (not finally established or settled)
