legitimately — In a genuine, valid, or lawful manner; according to established rules, principles, or standards.
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: In a genuine, valid, or lawful manner; according to established rules, principles, or standards.
Pronunciation (IPA): /lɪˈdʒɪtəmətli/
Korean meaning: 정당하게, 합법적으로
Korean pronunciation: 리-지티-밋-리 (강세: 지티)
Example Sentences
- He legitimately wondered why his pizza delivery took three hours.
- The company legitimately operates in over 50 countries.
- You can legitimately be proud of your achievements.
legitimately
ADVERB//lɪˈdʒɪtəmətli//
In a genuine, valid, or lawful manner; according to established rules, principles, or standards.
In a genuine, valid, or lawful manner; according to established rules, principles, or standards.
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Origin
From Latin 'legitimus' meaning lawful or legal, which derives from 'lex' (law). The word originally described something that was recognized or authorized according to Roman law.
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“He legitimately wondered why his pizza delivery took three hours.”
“The company legitimately operates in over 50 countries.”
“You can legitimately be proud of your achievements.”
“She legitimately asked why cats always land on their feet but toast always lands butter-side down.”
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