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self-appointed

 

Definitions from WordNet

Adjective self-appointed has 1 sense
  1. self-appointed - designated or chosen by yourself; "a self-appointed guardian of public morals"
    Antonyms:
    authorized, authorised (indirect, via unauthorized)

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self-appointed

Adjective

Describing a person who has given themselves a position or authority without being officially chosen or appointed by others.

Sample sentence:

John was a self-appointed leader of the group, even though no one had elected him.

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Noun

A person who has taken on a role or position without official authorization or appointment.

Sample sentence:

The self-appointed judge declared himself the winner of the competition.

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Verb

To assign or take on a role or position without official authorization or appointment.

Sample sentence:

She self-appointed herself as the spokesperson for the group.

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