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unwarranted

adjective

Incapable of being justified or explained

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Word Facts

Word length
11
Starts with
U
Ends with
D
Contains
NW
Scrabble score
15
CEFR level
A1

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adjective

  1. Incapable of being justified or explained

adjective

  1. Without a basis in reason or fact

    “Baseless gossip”

adjective

  1. Lacking justification or authorization

    “Desire for undue private profit”

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Example Sentences

Baseless gossip
The allegations proved groundless
Idle fears
Unfounded suspicions
Unwarranted jealousy
Desire for undue private profit
Unwarranted limitations of personal freedom

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