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Synonyms for Unlawful (same or very similar meaning)

WordNet sense 1 (not conforming to legality, moral law, or social convention):
improper, unconventional

WordNet sense 2 (contrary to rule or accepted order or general practice):
irregular

WordNet sense 3 (contrary to accepted morality (especially sexual morality) or convention):
illicit

WordNet sense 4 (of marriages and offspring; not recognized as lawful):
illegitimate

WordNet sense 5 (contrary to or forbidden by law):
outlawed

WordNet sense 6 (prohibited by law or by official or accepted rules):
illegal

WordNet sense 7 (unlawfully violating the rights of others):
wrongful

WordNet sense 8 (disobedient to or defiant of law):
outlaw


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