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ILLEGITIMATELY
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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:
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:
Antonym:
legitimately (in a manner acceptable to common custom)
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