unofficial

/ʌn.əˈfɪʃ.əl/

ʌn · ƏFꞮƩ · əl (3 syllables)

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Definition

Not officially established.

Etymology

From un- + official.

Example Sentences

  • "the unofficial results of the ballot"
  • "And even though their numbers have been halved—that’s the unofficial tally given in one of the strategy sessions—everyone from Sansa to Daenerys to Varys is wondering who is going to rule over which pile of smoking ruins."
  • "The unofficial reason for invading the nation, however, was to control their resources."
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