Unofficially: meaning, definitions and examples

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unofficially

[ ˌənəˈfɪʃəli ]

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informally

In a manner that is not formally or officially recognized or authorized.

Synonyms

informally, unapproved, unauthorized

Examples of usage

She was unofficially appointed as the team leader.
The event was unofficially sponsored by a local business.
The decision was made unofficially, without proper approval.

Translations

Translations of the word "unofficially" in other languages:

🇵🇹 oficiosamente

🇮🇳 अनौपचारिक रूप से

🇩🇪 inoffiziell

🇮🇩 tidak resmi

🇺🇦 неофіційно

🇵🇱 nieoficjalnie

🇯🇵 非公式に

🇫🇷 officieusement

🇪🇸 extraoficialmente

🇹🇷 resmi olmayan

🇰🇷 비공식적으로

🇸🇦 بشكل غير رسمي

🇨🇿 neoficiálně

🇸🇰 neoficiálne

🇨🇳 非正式地

🇸🇮 neuradno

🇮🇸 óopinberlega

🇰🇿 ресми емес түрде

🇬🇪 არაოფიციალურად

🇦🇿 qeyri-rəsmi olaraq

🇲🇽 extraoficialmente

Word origin

The word 'unofficially' is derived from the combination of 'un-' meaning 'not' and 'officially' meaning 'in an official manner'. It first appeared in the English language in the early 19th century. The prefix 'un-' is of Old English origin, while 'officially' comes from the Latin word 'officium' meaning 'duty' or 'service'. Over time, 'unofficially' has become a commonly used adverb to describe actions or situations that are not formally recognized or authorized.