1. in a manner that disregards or violates the law; without regard for legal authority

Examples

• The gang operated lawlessly in the remote territory.
• He drove lawlessly through the city, ignoring traffic signals.
• The corrupt officials acted lawlessly, taking bribes without consequence.
• During the riot, crowds moved lawlessly through the streets.
• The dictator ruled lawlessly, imprisoning anyone who opposed him.
• Pirates sailed lawlessly across the seas, attacking merchant ships.