Lawfully

/ˈlɔːfəli/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

In a manner that is permitted by law; legally.

He lawfully obtained a license to operate his business.

In accordance with the law or legal rules.

The protestors claimed they were lawfully gathered in the public square.

Without breaking any laws or regulations.

She was able to lawfully claim the inheritance after the will was probated.

In a manner that is proper or right under the law.

The documents were lawfully signed by both parties.

In a way that follows the legal framework.

All the evidence presented was lawfully obtained during the investigation.

From 'law' + '-fully', meaning 'in a manner of the law'.

lawfully obtained

Acquired in a manner permitted by law.

lawfully bound

Obligated under the authority of law.

lawfully represented

Represented by someone legally authorized.

legal

Relating to the law.

law

The system of rules that a country or community recognizes.

legitimate

Conforming to the law or to rules.

In a legitimate way.

He did it lawfully, no shady business.

Following the rules.

Everything was done lawfully, just according to the book.