Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Illicitly.
Illicitly - 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)
illegitimately20Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
licitly12In an illegal manner
Example: "They dumped the waste illegally"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
illegally13lawlessly15Example Sentences
"He was arrested for selling drugs illicitly."
"The company was accused of illicitly obtaining personal information."
"She earned money illicitly by scamming people online."
"The gang was involved in illicitly trafficking firearms."
"He gained access to the restricted area illicitly."
Word Game Points
Is ILLICITLY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, illicitly is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ILLICITLY has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is ILLICITLY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, illicitly is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordILLICITLY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.
Is ILLICITLY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, illicitly is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordILLICITLY has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.
