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ILLEGITIMATE

(adj., noun, adj.sat, verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Illegitimate.

Illegitimate - as an adjective

Of marriages and offspring; not recognized as lawful

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
legitimate13

Illegitimate - as a noun

The illegitimate offspring of unmarried parents

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
by-blowillegitimate childlove childwhoreson14

Illegitimate - as an adjective satellite

Contrary to or forbidden by law

Example: "An illegitimate seizure of power"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
illicit9outlaw9outlawed12unlawful14

Illegitimate - as a verb

To make illegitimate.

Example Sentences

"She was born from an illegitimate relationship."
"His claim to the throne was deemed illegitimate by his rivals."
"The company was accused of operating with illegitimate practices."
"The illegitimate use of funds led to the CEO's resignation."
"The court declared the contract to be illegitimate due to fraud."
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Word Game Points

Is ILLEGITIMATE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, illegitimate is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ILLEGITIMATE has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is ILLEGITIMATE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, illegitimate is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ILLEGITIMATE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is ILLEGITIMATE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, illegitimate is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ILLEGITIMATE has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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