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UNWARRANTED
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I. (adjective)
Sense 1
Meaning:
Incapable of being justified or explained
Synonyms:
indefensible; insupportable; unjustifiable; unwarrantable; unwarranted
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Similar:
inexcusable (without excuse or justification)
Sense 2
Meaning:
Lacking justification or authorization
Example:
unwarranted limitations of personal freedom
Synonyms:
undue; unjustified; unwarranted
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Similar:
unreasonable (not reasonable; not showing good judgment)
Sense 3
Meaning:
Without a basis in reason or fact
Example:
unwarranted jealousy
Synonyms:
baseless; groundless; idle; unfounded; unwarranted; wild
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Adjectives
Similar:
unsupported (not sustained or maintained by nonmaterial aid)
