unlicensed

/ʌnˈlaɪsɛnst/

Definitions

1. adjective

not holding or having a license or official permit

“The taxi driver was operating unlicensed, which put passengers at risk.”

2. noun

a person or business that is not licensed to operate

“The authorities shut down several unlicensed businesses in the area.”

3. verb

to drive or operate a vehicle without a valid license

“She was caught unlicensed and her vehicle was impounded.”

Synonyms

  • illicit
  • unauthorised
  • unregistered

Antonyms

  • authorized
  • licensed
  • registered