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legitimately

adverb

In a lawfully recognized manner

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Word Facts

Word length
12
Starts with
L
Ends with
Y
Contains
EG
Scrabble score
18

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adverb

  1. In a lawfully recognized manner

    “Let's get married so our child can be born legitimately”

adverb

  1. In a manner acceptable to common custom

    “You cannot do this legitimately!”

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Example Sentences

Let's get married so our child can be born legitimately
You cannot do this legitimately!

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