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legitimate
01
officially allowed or accepted according to the rules or laws that apply to a particular situation
Examples
The company 's operations were deemed legitimate after passing all regulatory inspections.
His credentials were legitimate and met the requirements for the job.
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The research findings were considered legitimate by the scientific community due to the rigorous methodology used.
He had a legitimate reason for missing the meeting, as his car had broken down on the way.
03
(of marriages or children) recognized as lawful or valid by law
Examples
He is the legitimate son of the royal family.
Only legitimate marriages are recorded in the official registry.
04
having a lawful or reasonable basis
Examples
His request for a refund was legitimate, given the product's defect.
The company 's actions were legitimate under current regulations.
to legitimate
01
to legally establish the parent-child relationship of a child born to unmarried parents, typically through court orders, or other formal processes
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After years of legal battles, John successfully petitioned the court to legitimate his child and establish his parental rights.
The couple legitimated their child after getting married last year.
02
to show, affirm, or recognize something as just, proper, or acceptable
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The government sought to legitimate its policies through public debate.
Scholars worked to legitimate the new theory within the scientific community.
03
to make something lawful or officially recognized by the appropriate legal authorities
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In order to operate within the country, the multinational corporation had to undergo a series of procedures to legitimate its business activities.
The government is currently legitimating the use of alternative therapies by conducting research studies and consulting with medical professionals.
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