unofficially
Unofficially (adverb) means In a manner that is not official or formally confirmed. Example: “Unofficially, the deal was already done, though the paperwork hadn't been signed.”
How to use unofficially
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishNot through official channels, but true in practice.
Word forms
more unofficially comparative, most unofficially superlative
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_____, the deal was already done, though the paperwork hadn't been signed.
Etymology
From unofficial + -ly.
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What does “unofficially” mean?
The word “unofficially” means in a manner that is not official or formally confirmed. In plain terms, not through official channels, but true in practice.
How do you use “unofficially” in a sentence?
Here is “unofficially” used in a sentence: “Unofficially, the deal was already done, though the paperwork hadn't been signed.”
What part of speech is “unofficially”?
“Unofficially” is an adverb.
What is the meaning of unofficially?
"unofficially" (adverb) means in a manner that is not official or formally confirmed.