unwarranted meaning and definition

UNWARRANTED adjective

Definition of unwarranted (adjective)

1. incapable of being justified or explained
   • synonyms: indefensible, insupportable, unjustifiable, unwarrantable
2. without a basis in reason or fact
   • "baseless gossip"; "the allegations proved groundless"; "idle fears"; "unfounded suspicions"; "unwarranted jealousy"
   • synonyms: baseless, groundless, idle, unfounded, wild
3. lacking justification or authorization
   • "desire for undue private profit"; "unwarranted limitations of personal freedom"
   • synonyms: undue, unjustified