lawful and recognized as valid
The company obtained a legitimate business license from authorities.
Vocabulary like legitimate appears on the Digital SAT in Words-in-Context questions, where you choose the word that fits a passage's meaning and tone. You can also drill this word with vocabulary flashcards.
theft; the act of taking something from someone unlawfully
sluggishness; a state of comatose torpor (as found in sleeping sickness)
inactive; potentially existing but not presently evident or realized
praise; praise, glorify, or honor
given generously or excessively
add yeast, cause to rise; cause to puff up with a leaven
speech; a speech that is open to the public
make laws; make laws, bills, etc. or bring into effect by legislation
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