Adjective
Not having any authority.
Usage- not-comparable
Without official authorization.
Usage- not-comparable
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The dangers of scofflawry vary wildly. The person who illegally spits on the sidewalk remains disgusting, but clearly poses less risk to others than the company that illegally buries hazardous chemical waste in an unauthorized location.
Adjective
not endowed with authority
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without official authorization
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an unauthorized strike
wildcat work stoppage