1
[ adjective ] not endowed with authority

Synonyms

unauthorised

Used in print

(Edward E. Kelly, S.J., "Christian Unity in England"...)

Representing as_it_did the efforts of only unauthorized individuals of the Roman and Anglican_Churches , and urging a communion of prayer unacceptable to Rome , this association produced little fruit , and , in_fact , was condemned by the Holy_Office in 1864 .

2
[ adjective ] without official authorization

Examples

"an unauthorized strike" "wildcat work stoppage"

Related terms

unofficial

3
[ adjective ] without official authorization

Synonyms

wildcat

Examples

"an unauthorized strike" "wildcat work stoppage"

Related terms

unofficial

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