ILLEGITIMATELY
(adverb)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Illegitimately.
Illegitimately - as an adverb
In a manner disapproved or not allowed by custom
Example: "He acted illegitimately when he increased the rent fourfold"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
illicitly14Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
legitimately18Of biological parents not married to each other
Example: "This child was born illegitimately"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
out of wedlockAntonyms (Opposite Meaning)
legitimately18Example Sentences
"He gained access to the company's confidential information illegitimately."
"The illegitimately obtained funds were used to finance the illegal operation."
"She is living in the country illegitimately, without proper documentation."
"The company was accused of obtaining contracts illegitimately through bribery."
"They were caught selling illegitimately copied DVDs."
Word Game Points
Is ILLEGITIMATELY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, illegitimately is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ILLEGITIMATELY has a SCRABBLE points total of 20.
Is ILLEGITIMATELY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, illegitimately is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordILLEGITIMATELY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 24.
Is ILLEGITIMATELY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, illegitimately is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordILLEGITIMATELY has a WORDFEUD points total of 21.
