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unapproved Synonyms

Another word for unapproved

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Not officially accepted, sanctioned, or authorized by an authority or governing body.

Usage Example

"The contractor was fined for making unauthorized modifications to the building's electrical system."

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unauthorized
unsanctioned
Strong
unaccredited
uncertified
unlicensed
unofficial
unendorsed
unratified

Opposites of unapproved

The opposite of unapproved shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

approved
authorized
sanctioned
endorsed
certified
permitted
licensed
accredited
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Unapproved. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/unapproved
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