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LEGITIMATED

(adj., adj.sat, verb)

Definitions

There are 7 meanings of the word Legitimated.

Legitimated - as an adjective

Of marriages and offspring; recognized as lawful

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
illegitimate15

Legitimated - as an adjective satellite

Based on known statements or events or conditions

Example: "Rain was a logical expectation, given the time of year"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
logical10

In accordance with recognized or accepted standards or principles

Example: "Legitimate advertising practices"

Authorized, sanctioned by, or in accordance with law

Example: "A legitimate government"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
lawful12licit7

Legitimated - as a verb

Make legal

Example: "Marijuana should be legalized"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
decriminalise18decriminalize27legalise9legalize18legitimatise15legitimatize24legitimise13legitimize22
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
allow8countenance15let3permit10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Show or affirm to be just and legitimate

Make (an illegitimate child) legitimate; declare the legitimacy of (someone)

Example: "They legitimized their natural child"

Example Sentences

"The legitimated document was accepted as proof of identity."
"She provided a legitimated reason for her absence."
"The legitimated heir inherited the family fortune."
"He presented a legitimated claim for compensation."
"The committee sought a legitimated explanation for their decision."
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Word Game Points

Is LEGITIMATED a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, legitimated is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

LEGITIMATED has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is LEGITIMATED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, legitimated is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
LEGITIMATED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is LEGITIMATED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, legitimated is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
LEGITIMATED has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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