Legalistic

adj

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Of a person, following the letter of the law.

    "He's very legalistic, so let's hope the law is just and merciful as well as strict."

  2. 2
    Of a person, tending to resort to the law, as one who sues frequently.

    "His legalistic tendencies irritated his neighbors, especially since they had to defend themselves against his frivolous suits."

  3. 3
    Practicing or characterized by legalism.

    "She was legalistic in her observation of religious rules and traditions."

Etymology

From legal + -istic.

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