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unlawful

adjective

Prohibited; not permitted by law (either civil or criminal law; see illegal).

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Word Facts

Word length
8
Starts with
U
Ends with
L
Contains
NL
Scrabble score
14
Database source
OEWN 2025 Core

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Definitions

adjective

  1. Prohibited; not permitted by law (either civil or criminal law; see illegal).

    “He was charged with unlawful use of a car.”

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Example Sentences

He was charged with unlawful use of a car.
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