unsanctioned (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈsæŋkʃənd/

Definition

Not officially approved or permitted by an authority.

Examples

• The team played in an unsanctioned tournament without the league's permission.

• He was involved in unsanctioned financial dealings.

• Their unsanctioned use of company resources led to disciplinary action.

Synonyms of unsanctioned

Words with a similar meaning to unsanctioned:

• unauthorized
• illegal
• illicit
• prohibited

Antonyms of unsanctioned

Words with the opposite meaning to unsanctioned:

• sanctioned
• authorized
• legal

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