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Definition of unauthoritative

unauthoritative

/ˌʌn.əˈθɔːr.əˌteɪ.tɪv/
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Adverb:unauthoritatively
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unauthoritative Lexical Profile

unauthoritative Game Scores & Validity

• adjective

1

Not able to be trusted as accurate, reliable, or definitive; lacking recognized expertise or factual weight.

Example

"The historian dismissed the anonymous pamphlet as an unauthoritative source of information."

2

Lacking official power, jurisdiction, or a commanding presence that inspires obedience and respect.

Example

"His hesitant, unauthoritative tone failed to quiet the restless audience."

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• Rhymes for unauthoritative

• Nearby Words

unaudited
unauspicious
unauthentic
unauthoritative
unauthorized
unavailability
unavailable

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Unauthoritative. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/unauthoritative
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