Illegal
(adjective)
- 1. not allowed by law; prohibited.
- 2. not authorized by the official rules of a game or sport.
Origin:
Early 17th century: from latin illegalis, from in- "not" + legalis (see legal).
Examples:
- It is illegal to drive without a seatbelt.
- This practice is illegal.
- The company was found guilty of illegal business practices.
- This drugs are illegal.
- It is illegal to sell alcohol to minors.