unpermitted
Definition
- Adjective:
- Not allowed or authorized: "unpermitted" describes something that has not been granted permission, often implying a violation of rules, laws, or regulations.
Usage Examples
- (The building was not authorized by local authorities.)
- (Using company assets without approval is prohibited.)
- (Sellers who lacked official permission to operate.)
Advanced Usage
"unpermitted activity": an action carried out without official approval.
- Hiking in the restricted zone is considered unpermitted activity. (Trespassing without permission.)
"unpermitted development": construction or land use that violates zoning laws.
- The homeowner was fined for unpermitted development after building a deck without a permit. (Illegal building work.)
Variants and Related Words
- Unpermitted (adj): the base form, used as above.
Permit (v/n): to allow or authorize; an official document granting permission.
- You need a permit to park here. (A permit is a written authorization.)
Permitted (adj): allowed or authorized.
- Only permitted vehicles can enter the zone. (Vehicles that have official approval.)
Synonyms
- Unauthorized: not having official permission.
- Unauthorized access to the building is forbidden.
- Illegal: against the law.
- Illegal parking is subject to towing.
- Prohibited: forbidden by rule or law.
- Smoking is prohibited in this area.
Antonyms
- Permitted: allowed.
- Authorized: officially approved.
- Legal: permitted by law.
Related Idioms
- Without a by-your-leave: without asking for permission (archaic or formal).
- He borrowed the car without a by-your-leave, which was unpermitted. (He acted without seeking approval.)