adv ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adverb

1. 1
   In an illegitimate manner.

Adverb

1. 1
   of biological parents not married to each other wordnet
2. 2
   in a manner disapproved or not allowed by custom wordnet

Synonyms

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illicitlyfraudulentlyillegallyout of wedlockun unlawfullyunduly

Antonyms

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ethicallyjustifiablylawfullylegitimately

Etymology

From illegitimate + -ly.