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LEGITIMATES

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

Definitions

There are 8 meanings of the word Legitimates.

Legitimates - as an adjective

Of marriages and offspring; recognized as lawful

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
illegitimate15

Legitimates - as an adjective satellite

Based on known statements or events or conditions

Example: "Rain was a logical expectation, given the time of year"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
logical10

In accordance with recognized or accepted standards or principles

Example: "Legitimate advertising practices"

Authorized, sanctioned by, or in accordance with law

Example: "A legitimate government"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
lawful12licit7

Legitimates - as a verb

Make legal

Example: "Marijuana should be legalized"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
decriminalise18decriminalize27legalise9legalize18legitimatise15legitimatize24legitimise13legitimize22
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
allow8countenance15let3permit10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Show or affirm to be just and legitimate

Make (an illegitimate child) legitimate; declare the legitimacy of (someone)

Example: "They legitimized their natural child"

Legitimates - as a noun

A person born to a legally married couple.

Example Sentences

"She legitimates her claim with valid evidence."
"The new law legitimates same-sex marriage."
"He legitimates his actions by citing self-defense."
"The contract legitimates their partnership."
"The judge legitimates the inheritance of the rightful heir."
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Word Game Points

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

LEGITIMATES has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is LEGITIMATES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, legitimates is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
LEGITIMATES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is LEGITIMATES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, legitimates is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
LEGITIMATES has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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