unsanctioned

/ ʌnˈsæŋkʃənd /

adjective

1. not having been given permission or authorization

Example Sentences

In Sawtelle, Los Angeles’ Department of Transportation removed the unsanctioned DIY project about two months after the first stripe was painted, prompting an outcry among community members.

From Los Angeles Times

This is what happened over Whitfield's dismissal as deputy trade minister - sacked for taking an unsanctioned trip in February.

From BBC

After it came to light that he had been competing in an unsanctioned fight, his family launched a campaign for change in his memory.

From BBC

Coroner Michael Pemberton said the fight was unsanctioned and the safeguards that were meant to exist "simply didn't".

From BBC

If you were to go to the Do Lab 20 years ago, you would’ve been greeted with orange slices, water guns and the sounds of unsanctioned DJ sets under a small geometric dome.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• illegal 
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• unapproved 
• unconstitutional 
• unjustified 
• unlawful 
• unofficial 
• unwarranted 
• wrongful