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LAWFULLY

Pronunciation (US):

(GB):

 I. (adverb) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

By law; conforming to the law

Example:

we are lawfully wedded now

Synonyms:

de jure; lawfully; legally

Classified under:

Adverbs

Antonym:

unlawfully (not conforming to the law)

Pertainym:

lawful (authorized, sanctioned by, or in accordance with law)

Sense 2

Meaning:

In a manner acceptable to common custom

Example:

you cannot do this legitimately!

Synonyms:

lawfully; legitimately; licitly

Classified under:

Adverbs

Antonym:

lawlessly (in an illegal manner)

Pertainym:

lawful (conformable to or allowed by law)

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