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

India won the unofficial series of three matches 1-0 and Hassett reported back to the Australian cricket authorities that the Indians were worthy of an official Test series.

From BBC

Tai, a former law professor who came up with the plan for the unofficial primary, received the longest sentence.

From BBC

With his team taking a 24-6 lead at halftime, Herbert looked as if he was ready to compete with Lamar Jackson and Patrick Mahomes for the unofficial designation as the league’s best quarterback.

From Los Angeles Times

To Blossoms, Gary has now become muse and mascot, spirit animal and unofficial sixth member of the band.

From BBC

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

Related Words

• informal
• personal