Unapproved
(adjective)
Not having received approval or endorsement; not acceptable or sanctioned.
Origin:
The word 'unapproved' originated from the late 16th century from the word 'un-' meaning 'not' and 'approve' meaning 'to give approval'.
Examples:
- The unapproved product was removed from the shelves.
- The unapproved proposal was rejected by the board.
- The unapproved idea was deemed too risky.
- The unapproved behavior was not tolerated in the workplace.
- The unapproved application was denied due to missing information.