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Meaning of legitimate
The primary meaning of "legitimate" is being in accordance with the law or rules.
Etymology of legitimate
The word "legitimate" comes from the Latin "legitimus", which is derived from "lex" (law) and the suffix "-itimus" (a suffix forming adjectives indicating a relationship or a condition)
Historically, the word has been used to describe something that is lawful or justified, and its usage dates back to the 15th century
Synonyms
authentic
genuine
lawful
legal
justified
valid
rightful
authorized
official
sanctioned
approved
recognized
acknowledged
verified
certified
accredited
legitimate
bona fide
rightful
warranted
reasonable
sensible
sound
rational
logical
justifiable
defensible
supportable
vindicable
excusable
Definitions
- According to Oxford Languages, "legitimate" can be defined as:
- + Conforming to the law or to rules
- + Reasonable or justified
- + Born in wedlock or having a lawful father
- + (Of a child) born to parents who are married to each other
Usage Examples
- The company's legitimate business practices have earned it a good reputation
- * The new policy is intended to support legitimate claims for compensation
- * The artist's legitimate heirs are entitled to a share of the profits
Antonyms
illegitimate
unlawful
illegal
unjustified
unauthorized
unofficial
unsanctioned
disapproved
unacknowledged
unverified
uncertified
unaccredited
fake
false
fraudulent
bogus
counterfeit
sham
spurious
invalid
irrational
unreasonable
unjustifiable
indefensible