LEGALITY Synonyms: 20 Similar and Opposite Words

legality

noun

li-ˈga-lə-tē

Definition of legality next

as in legitimacy

the quality or state of being legal the senator questioned the legality of the proposed surveillance operation

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Recent Examples of legality The Supreme Court, which heard oral arguments on the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) tariffs in November, could release a ruling on their legality anytime between now and June. —

Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 23 Jan. 2026 But members were still wary, citing concerns about the order’s legality and impact on providers. —

Jillian Taylor, StateImpact, 23 Jan. 2026 After he’s handcuffed, a compliant Huffman asks the officers about the legality of using binoculars at night. —

Dac Collins, Outdoor Life, 22 Jan. 2026 Khalil’s lawyers have questioned the legality of rearresting him before last week’s decision could be reviewed. —

Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 22 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for legality

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legitimacy

Noun

In recent years, the state of Maryland and the city of Baltimore — where crime is at a historic low — have taken steps to improve police legitimacy and accountability.

— Aubrey Jackson Soller, Baltimore Sun, 3 Feb. 2026
Critics such as economist Jeffrey Sachs have warned that the NSS is grounded in grandiosity and Machiavellianism, substituting coercion for cooperation and dominance for legitimacy.

— Alejandro Reyes, Washington Post, 3 Feb. 2026