unexcused
Definition
Adjective: - Not officially permitted or justified; lacking a valid reason or authorization: Describes an absence, tardiness, or action for which no acceptable explanation or permission has been granted.
Usage
The adjective "unexcused" is primarily used to formally classify an absence or failure to attend as unauthorized. It is most commonly found in institutional contexts like schools, workplaces, or the military. - It typically modifies nouns such as "absence," "tardy," "leave," or "miss." - It implies a breach of rules or expectations where an excuse was required but not provided or accepted.
Examples
- The student received detention for three unexcused absences this semester.
- An unexcused tardy after the first bell will result in a warning.
- Her unexcused failure to attend the mandatory meeting was noted in her file.
Advanced Usage
- Legal/Formal Contexts: Can be used in formal proceedings or documents to denote a lack of sanctioned reason.
- The court considered his unexcused absence from jury duty a serious matter.
Variants and Related Words
- Unexcusable (adj, less common): Incapable of being excused; inexcusable. (Note: "Inexcusable" is the far more common term).
- Excused (adj): The direct antonym, meaning officially permitted or justified.
Synonyms
- Unauthorized
- Unjustified
- Unwarranted
Antonyms
- Excused
- Authorized
- Justified
- Permitted
Adjective
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not excused
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too many unexcused absences
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