inofficious

American

[in-uh-fish-uhs] / ˌɪn əˈfɪʃ əs /

adjective

Law.

being inconsistent with moral duty and natural affection.

inofficious British

/ ˌɪnəˈfɪʃəs /

adjective

contrary to moral obligation, as the disinheritance of a child by his parents

an inofficious will

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Etymology

Origin of inofficious

From the Latin word inofficiōsus, dating back to 1595–1605. See in- ³, officious

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