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Meaning of unsanctioned
The primary meaning of "unsanctioned" refers to something that is not officially approved or condoned.
Etymology of unsanctioned
The word "unsanctioned" originates from the prefix "un-" meaning "not" and the word "sanctioned" which comes from the Latin "sanctio" meaning "a law" or "a decree", derived from "sancire" meaning "to render sacred or inviolable"
Historically, the term "unsanctioned" has been used to describe actions or activities that are not officially recognized or endorsed by a relevant authority or organization
Synonyms
unauthorized
unapproved
illicit
illegal
unlawful
unofficial
unlicensed
unsponsored
unregulated
unrestrained
uncontrolled
untamed
unbridled
unchecked
uncurbed
unrepressed
unpermitted
prohibited
forbidden
banned
restricted
taboo
proscribed
outlawed
criminal
illegitimate
unlawful
lawless
anarchic
chaotic
rogue
rebellious
defiant
noncompliant
disobedient
uncooperative
recalcitrant
refractory
intractable
Definitions
- Not authorized or approved by a relevant authority or organization
- * Not subject to or controlled by a particular set of rules or conventions
Usage Examples
- The company faced severe penalties for its unsanctioned use of copyrighted materials
- * The government condemned the unsanctioned protests that turned violent
- * The athlete was disqualified for making an unsanctioned move during the competition
Antonyms
authorized
approved
licensed
permitted
sanctioned
official
legitimate
lawful
legal
regulated
controlled
restrained
restricted
allowed
tolerated
endorsed
supported
ratified
confirmed
validated