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(adjective) conformable to or allowed by law; "lawful methods of dissent" |
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Antonyms: unlawful |
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(satellite adjective) authorized, sanctioned by, or in accordance with law; "a legitimate government" |
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Synonyms: legitimate, licit |
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(satellite adjective) according to custom or rule or natural law |
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Synonyms: orderly, rule-governed |
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(satellite adjective) having a legally established claim; "the legitimate heir"; "the true and lawful king" |
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Synonyms: rightful, true |
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