legitimately
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for legitimately, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adv — In a lawful, genuine, or properly justified way.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use legitimately
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
legitimately earned
legitimately concerned
legitimately worried
Frequently asked questions
What does “legitimately” mean?
The word “legitimately” means in a lawful, genuine, or properly justified way. In plain terms, doing or being something in a way that is honest, lawful, or properly justified.
How do you use “legitimately” in a sentence?
Here is “legitimately” used in a sentence: “He legitimately won the case on appeal.”
What part of speech is “legitimately”?
“Legitimately” is an adverb.
Is “legitimately” a common word?
“Legitimately” is an uncommon word in modern English.