unwarranted meaning
UK US /ənˈwɔrəntɪd/ 4 syllables
unwarranted (adjective): incapable of being justified or explained.
unwarranted has 3 meanings in this dictionary.
unwarranted as an adjective
- incapable of being justified or explained
Synonyms: indefensible, insupportable, unjustifiable, unwarrantable
Similar: inexcusable
- without a basis in reason or fact
- baseless gossip
- the allegations proved groundless
- idle fears
- unfounded suspicions
- unwarranted jealousy
Synonyms: baseless, groundless, idle, unfounded, wild
Similar: unsupported
- lacking justification or authorization
- desire for undue private profit
- unwarranted limitations of personal freedom
Synonyms: undue, unjustified
Similar: unreasonable
unwarranted in a sentence
- Free yourself of unwarranted hesitation.
- Your concern is unwarranted.
- Antonio's experience on the website is marred by the cruel and unwarranted attacks he faces from other users.
How to pronounce unwarranted
unwarranted is pronounced /ənˈwɔrəntɪd/ in American English. It has 4 syllables, with the stress on the second syllable.
Scrabble score: 15 (letter breakdown)
Word lists: words starting with UN · words ending in ED · 11-letter words
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