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    Légitimes (en. Legitimate)

    /leʒi.tim/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    One who has rights recognized by law.
    Legitimate heirs have the right to inherit the estate.
    Les héritiers légitimes ont le droit d'hériter de la succession.
    One who is justified, reasonable.
    It was legitimate to feel angry after that decision.
    Il était légitime de se sentir en colère après cette décision.
    Referring to a child born to married parents.
    This child is considered legitimate, as his parents are united by marriage.
    Cet enfant est considéré comme légitime, car ses parents sont unis par le mariage.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'legitimus', meaning 'in accordance with the law'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    legitimate right
    Right that is recognized by law.
    droit légitime
    legitimate claim
    A request based on recognized rights.
    revendication légitime
    legitimate interest
    An interest that is duly justified.
    intérêt légitime

    Related Words

    legitimacy
    The quality of what is legitimate.
    légitimité
    legitimize
    To render legitimate, to justify.
    légitimer

    Slang Meanings

    Legitimate, but often used ironically.
    He says it's legitimate not to go to work today.
    Il dit que c'est légitime de ne pas aller au travail aujourd'hui.
    Right or privilege perceived as normal in a given context.
    Having legitimate access to the party means understanding the codes.
    Avoir un accès légitime à la fête, c'est comprendre les codes.