Definition
legitimately
adverb
- in a way that is allowed by law or rules; legally
- in a way that is reasonable and acceptable; justifiably
- genuinely; really
Usage: informal
Examples
- The company legitimately earned its profits through hard work.
- She can legitimately claim to be an expert in this field.
- The documents were legitimately obtained through proper channels.
- He legitimately won the election with a clear majority.
- You can legitimately ask for a refund if the product is defective.
- The criticism was legitimately raised by concerned citizens.
- That’s legitimately the best pizza I’ve ever had.