unlawfulness
/ʌnˈlɔːvfnəs/ · un.law.ful.ness
noun
- The state or quality of being unlawful or contrary to law. The court's decision highlighted the unlawfulness of the company's business practices.
- A lack of adherence to laws or regulations. The government's failure to address the issue of unlawfulness in the industry led to widespread criticism.
adjective
- Not lawful or in accordance with the law. The judge ruled that the defendant's actions were unlawful and sentenced them to prison.
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Did you know? The concept of unlawfulness has been a central theme in many literary works, including Shakespeare's 'Measure for Measure', which explores the complexities of justice and morality in a society governed by laws.