unwarranted

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. adjective incapable of being justified or explained
  2. adjective without a basis in reason or fact
  3. adjective lacking justification or authorization

Etymology

From un- + warranted.

In classic literature

Synonyms

indefensible, insupportable, unjustifiable, unwarrantable

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