Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word Something that is accepted by law or generally believed to be correct or proper.
Legitimate
/ləˈdʒɪtəmət/Synonyms:
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Examples:
If she flops on us—well, it's a legitimate tax deduction."
And what other legitimate thing would he want with her?
That's a perfectly legitimate transaction.
Etymology:
The word legitimate originates from the Latin term legitimus, which comes from lex, meaning law, and first appeared in the English language in the late 15th century.
Usage Statistics:
23 mentions per 1 million words 
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