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LEGITIMATING

(adj., adj.sat, verb)

Definitions

There are 7 meanings of the word Legitimating.

Legitimating - as an adjective

Of marriages and offspring; recognized as lawful

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
illegitimate15

Legitimating - 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

Legitimating - 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"

Example Sentences

"The government has been legitimating its policies through public debates."
"The company is constantly legitimating its actions by providing evidence of their positive impact on the community."
"The media plays a crucial role in legitimating public opinion on certain issues."
"The committee is responsible for legitimating the results of the election process."
"The academic journal peer-review process helps in legitimating scientific research."
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Word Game Points

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

LEGITIMATING has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is LEGITIMATING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, legitimating is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
LEGITIMATING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.

Is LEGITIMATING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, legitimating is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
LEGITIMATING has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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