UNFATHERED Synonyms: 12 Similar and Opposite Words

unfathered

adjective

ˌən-ˈfä-t͟hərd

Definition of unfathered

as in illegitimate

born to a father and mother who are not married grew up unfathered and looked up to his uncle as a male role model

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illegitimate

Adjective

Internet discussions portrayed the SPLC as a politically motivated or illegitimate actor.

— Art Jipson, The Conversation, 20 Aug. 2026
Holding an incomplete vote, or one that feeds into any narrative of the winner being illegitimate, would be a tremendous gift to Moscow.

— Nick Paton Walsh, CNN Money, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of illegitimate

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