lawful (ˈlɔːfʊl
)
Definitions
adjective
- allowed, recognized, or sanctioned by law; legal
Alternative Forms
ˈlawfully adverb ˈlawfulness nounSynonyms
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legal,
constitutional,
just,
proper,
valid,
warranted,
legitimate,
authorized,
rightful,
permissible,
legalized,
allowable,
licit,
Usage examples
There was no lawful reason for holding me, of course, but that wouldn't have stopped a prig like Armstrong.
, A Nasty Dose of Death (1994)As long as the scheme was bona fide and lawful , the courts would not take exception.
Business Today (1996)Barry Keeble, 42 of Kingston, is charged with escaping lawful custody.
Ottawa Sun (2003)At the moment, abortion is lawful in Northern Ireland in certain circumstances.
Belfast Telegraph (2003)Against this ideological imperialism - as dangerous as any other form - the Censorship is surely a lawful means of defence.
, Frustrate Their Knavish Tricks (1994)