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UK//lɪˈdʒɪtɪməsi//US//lɪˈdʒɪtəməsi//

Meaning of Legitimacy

The quality of being legitimate; lawful or justified.

In simple words: The quality of being accepted as true or valid.

Legitimacy in a sentence

  • The legitimacy of the election was questioned by many observers.
  • She argued for the legitimacy of the new policy in her presentation.
  • The court ruled on the legitimacy of the contract.
  • Critics debated the legitimacy of his claims regarding the research.
  • Legitimacy is crucial for the stability of government institutions.

How to use Legitimacy

Used in legal, political, and academic contexts. Not typically used in casual conversation.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'legit' - if something is legit, it has legitimacy.

Related words

Collocations with Legitimacy

  • gain legitimacy
  • question legitimacy
  • establish legitimacy
  • challenges to legitimacy
  • legitimacy crisis

Synonyms for Legitimacy

Opposites of Legitimacy

  • illegitimacy
  • disreputability
  • unreliability

Common mistakes with Legitimacy

  • Confusing 'legitimacy' with 'legitimate' as an adjective.
  • Using 'legitimacy' in informal contexts where simpler words could work.
  • Overusing the term in discussions when simpler synonyms are more appropriate.

Compare Legitimacy with Validity, Justification

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Frequently asked questions about Legitimacy

What does Legitimacy mean?

The quality of being accepted as true or valid.

What is the definition of Legitimacy?

The quality of being legitimate; lawful or justified.

How do you use Legitimacy in a sentence?

The legitimacy of the election was questioned by many observers.

Can you give another example of Legitimacy?

She argued for the legitimacy of the new policy in her presentation.

What are synonyms for Legitimacy?

Common alternatives include validity, lawfulness, authenticity, acceptability, justification.

What is the opposite of Legitimacy?

Opposite meanings include illegitimacy, disreputability, unreliability.

What words go with Legitimacy?

It commonly pairs with gain legitimacy, question legitimacy, establish legitimacy, challenges to legitimacy, legitimacy crisis.

What are common mistakes when using Legitimacy?

Confusing 'legitimacy' with 'legitimate' as an adjective. Using 'legitimacy' in informal contexts where simpler words could work. Overusing the term in discussions when simpler synonyms are more appropriate.

How do you pronounce Legitimacy?

US: //lɪˈdʒɪtəməsi//, UK: //lɪˈdʒɪtɪməsi//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Legitimacy formal or informal?

"Legitimacy" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Legitimacy?

Used in legal, political, and academic contexts. Not typically used in casual conversation.