Meaning
illegally, unlawfully
- Without legal entitlement, official authorization, or proper permits.
In a sentence
L'edificio è stato costruito abusivamente in un'area naturale protetta.
The building was erected illegally in a protected nature reserve.
Hanno occupato abusivamente l'appartamento durante l'estate.
They unlawfully occupied the apartment during the summer.
Il parcheggio privato non può essere utilizzato abusivamente.
The private car park cannot be used without authorization.
Usage notes
- Derived from 'abusivo'. Frequently used for unauthorized construction ('costruire abusivamente') or unlawful occupation.