LEGALITY Synonyms: 20 Similar and Opposite Words

legality

noun

li-ˈga-lə-tē

Definition of legality

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 Observer previously covered the legality of various fireworks. — Eva Flowe july 1, Charlotte Observer, 1 July 2026 The state's effort is reigniting attention around the legality of lemonade stands. — Melina Khan, USA Today, 1 July 2026 The cases are the first in which the high court will weigh the legality of laws restricting access to certain types of firearms. — Melissa Quinn, CBS News, 30 June 2026 In oral arguments in early April, justices appeared skeptical of the legality of the executive order. — Josh Feldman, NBC news, 30 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for legality

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legitimacy

Noun

Any reforms should reinforce, not weaken, the integrity, impartiality, and legitimacy of the Supreme Court for future generations.

— Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, Sun Sentinel, 9 July 2026
The long tail of this policy-legitimacy gap is already visible in populist movements responding to the unequal distribution of benefits from globalization.

— Nili Gilbert, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026