legitimate
/lɪˈdʒɪtɪmət/ · /lɪˈdʒɪtəmət/
CEFR level C1Topic SocietyWord #6737 in the learning path
合法的；依法的
Definitions
adj. Allowed by law or accepted rules.
合法的；依法的
adj. Fair, reasonable, and supported by good reasons.
正当的；合理的
Example
Selling homemade bread is a legitimate business here.
在这里，售卖自制面包是合法的生意。
Residents have legitimate concerns about the impact of airport expansion on local air quality.
居民对机场扩建影响当地空气质量的担忧是合理的。
Collocations
- legitimate business
- legitimate concerns
- legitimate reason
- legitimate authority
Word family
- legitimacy (n.)
- legitimately (adv.)
- legitimize (v.)
- illegitimate (adj.)
Synonyms
- lawful
- valid
Antonyms
- illegitimate
Usage tip
既可指法律允许，也可指理由或担忧合理。
FAQ
- What does legitimate mean?
- Allowed by law or accepted rules. Fair, reasonable, and supported by good reasons.
- How is legitimate pronounced?
- UK /lɪˈdʒɪtɪmət/, US /lɪˈdʒɪtəmət/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
