unofficial

/ ˌʌnəˈfɪʃəl /

adjective

1. not official or formal

   an unofficial engagement

2. not confirmed officially

   an unofficial report

3. (of a strike) not approved by the strikers' trade union
4. (of a medicinal drug) not listed in a pharmacopoeia

Derived Forms

• ˌunofˈficially, adverb

Example Sentences

But many residents feel the unofficial community-generated effort is not being matched by the authorities – either at the regional or national level.

From BBC

Trump has already officially named his "border czar," an unofficial position he apparently plans on imbuing with immense power.

From Salon

“So as an unofficial advisor at the White House that doesn’t require Senate confirmation, he could really do damage at critical public health agencies like the FDA and the EPA.”

From Salon

During a podcast appearance in March, Chisholm made disparaging comments about a former Miami teammate he referred to as “the team captain,” which was Rojas’ unofficial role with the Marlins at the time.

From Los Angeles Times

Chargers defensive backs Elijah Molden, Alohi Gilman and Tarheeb Still each intercepted Winston in the second half with Still getting unofficial credit from coach Jim Harbaugh for “one-and-a-half” interceptions as the rookie deflected a pass to Molden in the third quarter.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• informal
• personal