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ILLEGITIMATELY

Pronunciation (US):

(GB):

 I. (adverb) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

Of biological parents not married to each other

Example:

this child was born illegitimately

Synonyms:

illegitimately; out of wedlock

Classified under:

Adverbs

Antonym:

legitimately (in a lawfully recognized manner)

Pertainym:

illegitimate (of marriages and offspring; not recognized as lawful)

Sense 2

Meaning:

In a manner disapproved or not allowed by custom

Example:

He acted illegitimately when he increased the rent fourfold

Synonyms:

illegitimately; illicitly

Classified under:

Adverbs

Antonym:

legitimately (in a manner acceptable to common custom)

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