CEFR B2

unsanctioned

adjective

Meaning

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.

Synonyms: unauthorized, illegal, illicit, prohibited

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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

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Antonyms of unsanctioned

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