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legitimize in German

legitimize in German is legitimieren — legitimize means to make something officially lawful or accepted as valid.

legitimize in German

legitimieren
verb
(transitive) To make legitimate.

What does "legitimize" mean?

  1. verb To make something officially lawful or accepted as valid.
    "The new law legitimized same-sex marriage nationwide."
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legitimize in a sentence

  • The new law legitimized same-sex marriage nationwide.
  • Some critics say the deal simply legitimizes an unfair practice.

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What is "legitimize" in German?

"legitimize" in German is legitimieren. legitimize means: To make something officially lawful or accepted as valid.

How do you use "legitimize" in a sentence?

Example: "The new law legitimized same-sex marriage nationwide." In German, "legitimize" is legitimieren.

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