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单词 unlawful
释义

unlawful

adjective

un·​law·​ful ˌən-ˈlȯ-fəl How to pronounce unlawful (audio)
1
: not lawful : illegal
2
: not morally right or conventional
unlawfully
ˌən-ˈlȯ-f(ə-)lē How to pronounce unlawful (audio)
adverb
unlawfulness
ˌən-ˈlȯ-fəl-nəs How to pronounce unlawful (audio)
noun

Synonyms

  • criminal
  • felonious
  • illegal
  • illegitimate
  • illicit
  • lawless
  • wrongful
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Example Sentences

The sale of alcohol to minors is unlawful. it is unlawful to set off fireworks within the city limits
Recent Examples on the Web He was arrested on May 10, 2022, and charged with two felony counts of theft, one felony count of unlawful use of a credit card and two felony counts of crimes against intellectual property for allegedly stealing from Gawka, the statement says. Kc Baker, Peoplemag, 9 Sep. 2022 Beams was convicted of second-degree murder and unlawful use of a weapon. oregonlive, 29 Aug. 2022 There are people who are concerned about the ads that are potentially advocating for unlawful use of products. Taylor Wilson, USA TODAY, 20 Aug. 2022 The punishment for unlawful use of narcotics in Finland is either a fine or a maximum of six months of imprisonment. Mary-ann Russon, NBC News, 19 Aug. 2022 The 17-year-old also faces an aggravated unlawful use of a weapon charge, police said. Daniel I. Dorfman, Chicago Tribune, 19 Aug. 2022 The third includes two misdemeanor charges of unlawful phone use by threatening harm and disorderly conduct. Drew Dawson, Journal Sentinel, 16 Aug. 2022 Fisher was charged with felony possession of fentanyl with intent to distribute and unlawful use of a two-way communications device. Stephen Sorace, Fox News, 16 Aug. 2022 In 2000, meanwhile, there were approximately 3.7 million unlawful border crossings. Camilo Montoya-galvez, CBS News, 31 Aug. 2022 See More

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

unlawful

adjective

un·​law·​ful ˌən-ˈlȯ-fəl How to pronounce unlawful (audio)
: not lawful : illegal

Legal Definition

unlawful

adjective

un·​law·​ful
1
: not lawful : not authorized or justified by law
2
: acting contrary to or in defiance of the law
an unlawful possessor

unlawful

adjective

1
as in illegal
contrary to or forbidden by law it is unlawful to set off fireworks within the city limits

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • illegal
  • illicit
  • criminal
  • wrongful
  • felonious
  • unauthorized
  • illegitimate
  • forbidden
  • prohibited
  • immoral
  • criminalized
  • lawless
  • unethical
  • shameful
  • sinful
  • evil
  • reprehensible
  • wrong
  • proscribed
  • censurable
  • wicked
  • unsanctioned
  • outlawed
  • blameworthy
  • unlicensed
  • banned
  • bad
  • interdicted
  • discouraged
  • blamable
  • barred
  • contraband
  • disallowed
  • corrupt
  • unprincipled
  • unscrupulous
  • bootleg
  • villainous
  • adulterine
  • under-the-counter
  • under-the-table

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • lawful
  • legal
  • legitimate
  • permitted
  • right
  • good
  • ethical
  • righteous
  • virtuous
  • authorized
  • just
  • licensed
  • endorsed
  • approved
  • proper
  • principled
  • correct
  • allowed
  • promoted
  • supported
  • sanctioned
  • decent
  • suggested
  • indorsed
  • abetted
  • encouraged
  • decorous
  • seemly
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2
as in immoral
not conforming to a high moral standard; morally unacceptable a sympathetic look at the unlawful love between a married physician and an adoring colleague

Synonyms & Similar Words

  • immoral
  • evil
  • sinful
  • vicious
  • vile
  • bad
  • wicked
  • illegal
  • dark
  • unauthorized
  • obscene
  • unethical
  • improper
  • wrong
  • offensive
  • cruel
  • corrupt
  • iniquitous
  • nefarious
  • rotten
  • unrighteous
  • villainous
  • infamous
  • prohibited
  • ugly
  • unsavory
  • condemned
  • cursed
  • dirty
  • forbidden
  • contemptible
  • nasty
  • objectionable
  • despicable
  • disreputable
  • dishonest
  • ignoble
  • reprehensible
  • ill
  • naughty
  • mean
  • pernicious
  • censurable
  • incorrect
  • atrocious
  • sordid
  • infernal
  • depraved
  • proscribed
  • outlawed
  • blameworthy
  • perverted
  • sick
  • base
  • unhealthy
  • unwholesome
  • banned
  • ungodly
  • fallen
  • noxious
  • blamable
  • indecent
  • discouraged
  • unclean
  • interdicted
  • barred
  • degenerate
  • snide
  • dissolute
  • unscrupulous
  • unprincipled
  • debased
  • dishonorable
  • debauched
  • pestilential
  • reprobate
  • defiling
  • disallowed
  • unseemly
  • miserable
  • libertine
  • loose
  • scrofulous
  • evil-minded
  • unbecoming
  • vulgar
  • indecorous
  • execrable
  • wretched
  • low
  • low-minded
  • errant
  • lousy
  • cussed
  • erring
  • curst

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • honorable
  • legitimate
  • legal
  • righteous
  • permissible
  • moral
  • ethical
  • permitted
  • right
  • good
  • virtuous
  • noble
  • sublime
  • authorized
  • high
  • decent
  • honest
  • upright
  • scrupulous
  • just
  • sanctioned
  • licensed
  • elevated
  • lofty
  • reputable
  • approved
  • endorsed
  • legitimate
  • proper
  • allowed
  • correct
  • promoted
  • supported
  • principled
  • law-abiding
  • clean
  • exemplary
  • decent
  • creditable
  • encouraged
  • perfect
  • unobjectionable
  • seemly
  • innocent
  • pure
  • blameless
  • high-minded
  • decorous
  • guiltless
  • commendable
  • white
  • worthy
  • wholesome
  • abetted
  • inoffensive
  • indorsed
  • immaculate
  • irreproachable
  • incorruptible
  • chaste
  • spotless
  • unerring
  • uncorrupted
  • respected
  • esteemed
  • venerable
  • unfallen
  • upstanding
  • squeaky-clean
  • lily-white
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