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Definitions from the WebIllegitimateDescription:Illegitimate, as an adjective, refers to something that is not recognized as being lawful, rightful, or born within wedlock. It can also be used as a noun to refer to a person born out of wedlock. To illegitimate, as a verb, means to declare or acknowledge something or someone as illegitimate. Senses:
Usages:Adjective (sense 1):She was refused entry to the country due to her illegitimate visa. His claim to the throne was considered illegitimate by the royal court. Adjective (sense 2):The illegitimate child faced discrimination in society. Being illegitimate did not hold her back from achieving her goals. Noun:The identities of many illegitimates remained a secret for years. She discovered her true parentage and embraced her illegitimate status. Verb:He decided to illegitimate his step-brother from his inheritance. Being in the public eye, his opponents tried to illegitimate his political career. Related Products: | ||||
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