unlawfully

[ʌnˈlɔːfəli]

unlawfully Definition

in a way that is contrary to or breaking the law.

Using unlawfully: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "unlawfully" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He was charged with unlawfully entering the building.

  • Example

    The company was found to have acted unlawfully in their treatment of employees.

  • Example

    The police officers were accused of unlawfully detaining the suspect.

unlawfully Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for unlawfully

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Summary: unlawfully in Brief

The term 'unlawfully' [ʌnˈlɔːfəli] means acting in a way that is contrary to or breaking the law. It is often used in legal contexts, such as 'He was charged with unlawfully entering the building.' or 'The company was found to have acted unlawfully in their treatment of employees.'