unwarranted
11 synonyms and 1 antonym for unwarranted, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Not justified or deserved.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use unwarranted
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
unwarranted attack
completely unwarranted
unwarranted assumption
Etymology
From un- (\"not\") plus warranted (\"justified\").
Full origin of unwarranted →Frequently asked questions
What does “unwarranted” mean?
The word “unwarranted” means not justified or deserved. In plain terms, something done or said without good reason or evidence to back it up.
How do you use “unwarranted” in a sentence?
Here is “unwarranted” used in a sentence: “The criticism felt unwarranted given how hard she'd worked.”
What part of speech is “unwarranted”?
“Unwarranted” is an adjective.
Is “unwarranted” a common word?
“Unwarranted” is an uncommon word in modern English.
