unilaterally

[yoo-nuh-lat-er-uh-lee]

adverb

1. involving, done by, or decided by only one person, side, party, or faction.

   Instead of bargaining with teachers and public service workers, the governor and the legislature have unilaterally reduced pension and health benefits.

Word History and Origins

Origin of unilaterally¹

unilateral ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

He accused the company of "unilaterally, regularly, and conveniently" misinterpreting the union's terms and conditions, but said the union was "open to any dialogue to resolve this situation".

From BBC

FDR unilaterally took the U.S. off the gold standard in 1933.

From Los Angeles Times

Other Democrats have noted that Abbott does not even need to call a special session and could distribute aid unilaterally.

From Salon

There is no language in the Constitution that authorizes a president to unilaterally enact, amend or repeal statutes.

From Salon

He blames the other three band members for unilaterally deciding to end the tour.

From Los Angeles Times