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How to pronounce unauthorized

adjectiveB2
uhNAWtheraizd

/əˈnɔ.θɚˌaɪzd̚/

4 syllables · Stress the second syllable.

Not officially allowed or approved.

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Meanings & examples

adjectiveformal

Not officially allowed or approved.

The website blocked unauthorized access.

The purchase was unauthorized.

Common phrases & grammar

unauthorized access · unauthorized use · unauthorized entry · unauthorized person

unauthorized + noun

be + unauthorized

Useful expressions

unauthorized access

access to a place, system, or account without official permission

The alarm detected unauthorized access.

unauthorized use

use without official permission

Unauthorized use of this card is prohibited.

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