Synonyms for

Legally

Verb / ˈli:gʌli: / Another word for legally — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

in a way that is permitted by law

Synonyms & similar words

dejure lawfully unlawfully lawfully legitimately judicially officially rightfully licitly authorized permitted allowed approved sanctioned validly legit constitutional statutory regulatory procedural juridical

Synonyms by register

Formal

lawfully officially legitimately rightfully

Informal

by the book on the level legit

Antonyms

illegally unlawfully wrongfully improperly offensively criminally

Common collocations

  • legally binding
  • legally required
  • legally entitled
  • legally responsible
  • legally permissible
  • legally obligated
  • legally sound

Word family

noun legality
verb legalize
adjective legal

Usage note

This adverb refers to actions done in accordance with the law. It is often contrasted with 'illegally' or 'unlawfully'.

Example sentences

  1. She obtained the property legally.
  2. The court ruled that the arrest was made legally.
  3. The company acted legally with regard to labor laws.
  4. It is important to act legally to avoid legal consequences.
  5. The sale of the property was done legally with proper documents.

Quotes

  • Justice delayed is justice denied, and for 16 years, the PLO has refused to negotiate peace. The floor is now theirs, and they must act - they must act now - to move the process forward in a fair and legitimate manner.
  • I think it's perfectly legitimate for the United States and for the president to expect that our allies are going to live up to their commitments and do their share.
  • We must be vigilant in discerning who is legitimately seeking the truth and who is using conspiracy theories to further their own agendas.

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