(il-le-git-i-mate) 5 syllables

Definition

adjective. 1 of marriages and offspring; not recognized as lawful; 2 contrary to or forbidden by law

Example Sentence

She gave her illegitimate child up for adoption.

Synonyms

unlawfully begotten; illicit; not legal; unlawful; illegal

Antonyms

legitimate; legal

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Rhymes

  • legitimate

  • illegitimate