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Opposite of having the approval or authorization of an authority or public body
Opposite of traditionally, or generally, recognized and accepted
“One must be wary of the quack doctor who treats his patients using unfamiliar techniques.”
Opposite of used or accepted broadly
Opposite of authentic or genuine, not counterfeit
Opposite of relating to the management or administration of an organization
Opposite of sanctioned or authorized according to whatever is customary, traditional, or generally accepted
Opposite of relating to the government or public affairs of a country
Opposite of of, or provided by, the state rather than an independent, commercial company
“They now have to lease the trains that they use, principally from three private companies.”
Opposite of denotes a constructive or productive feeling
“As a result of their unproductive response, we were unable to attain the information required to proceed.”
Opposite of legally or officially set or decided upon
Opposite of relating to a government
Opposite of characterized by conventional forms of ceremony and behavior
“Not one for pomp, Harry was grateful that the occasion was rather informal.”
Opposite of formal and dignified in nature
“The meeting was very informal and the girls were able to bombard Claudie with questions on what life is like as an astronaut.”
Opposite of serving to put an end to all debate
“Cliff was frustrated by the slow and inconclusive police investigation.”
Opposite of approved or agreed upon
“A reseller has the right to contest a denied deal.”
Opposite of suited or acceptable to the purpose or circumstances
“Improper use of gym equipment can result in injury.”
Opposite of being, or existing as, something in name only
Opposite of suited or acceptable to the purpose or circumstances
“Given the circumstances surrounding the tragedy, it was a particularly imprudent thing to say.”
Opposite of present as the strongest or main element
Opposite of a person holding a position of authority in an organization
Opposite of an important or influential person, or one of high rank or position
Opposite of one who leads, or is respected, due to age or experience
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