unofficial
Translation
unofficial
Examples
These are the unofficial election results.
These are the unofficial election results.
We had an unofficial meeting after work.
We had an unofficial meeting after work.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) not officially confirmed or authorized These are the unofficial election results.
Similar Words
Synonyms: informal, unauthorized; Antonyms: official, formal, authorized
Etymology
From the prefix 'un-' (meaning 'not') and 'official'. Something that is not official.
Memory Tips
The prefix 'un-' simply negates the word that follows. So, 'unofficial' is the direct opposite of 'official'.