Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
legitimacy
noun
/lɪˈdʒɪtɪməsi/
Definition
The quality or state of being legitimate; conformity to the law or to rules; validity.
Examples
- The legitimacy of the new government was questioned by many citizens.
- He argued that the legitimacy of the contract was in doubt due to the circumstances under which it was signed.
- In a democracy, the legitimacy of a leader is derived from the will of the people.
Meaning
Legitimacy refers to the accepted and recognized status of something as lawful, justified, or authentic.
Synonyms
- validity
- lawfulness
- authenticity
- legality
- justness
