Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
legalise
verb
/ˈliːɡəlaɪz/
Definition
To make something lawful or permissible by official means.
Examples
- The government plans to legalise recreational cannabis.
- Many countries are considering whether to legalise same-sex marriage.
- Activists are campaigning to legalise euthanasia.
Meaning
The process of making an act or substance legal under the law.
Synonyms
- Legalize
- Authorize
- Permit
- Sanction
