Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
illegitimate
adjective
/ˌɪlɪˈdʒɪtɪmət/
Definition
Not authorized by law or rules; not in good standing.
Examples
- She had to face the challenges of being labeled an illegitimate child.
- The court ruled that the decision was illegitimate and must be overturned.
- His claims to the property were deemed illegitimate by the judge.
Meaning
The term ‘illegitimate’ refers to something that is not lawful or recognized as valid, often used in the context of children born to parents who are not legally married.
Synonyms
- illicit
- unlawful
- unauthorized
- invalid
- illegally recognized
