unlawfully
1 antonyms and opposites of unlawfully, grouped by meaning.
Adverb — In a way that breaks the law.
Antonyms
How to use unlawfully
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
unlawfully obtained
unlawfully detained
Etymology
From "unlawful" + "-ly."
Full origin of unlawfully →Frequently asked questions
What does “unlawfully” mean?
The word “unlawfully” means in a way that breaks the law. In plain terms, illegally, against what the law allows.
How do you pronounce “unlawfully”?
“Unlawfully” is pronounced uhn-LAW-fuh-lee (/ʌnˈlɔːfəli/ in IPA).
How do you use “unlawfully” in a sentence?
Here is “unlawfully” used in a sentence: “The company was accused of unlawfully dumping waste into the river.”
What is the opposite of “unlawfully”?
The opposite of “unlawfully” — its antonyms — is lawfully.
What part of speech is “unlawfully”?
“Unlawfully” is an adverb.