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legitimacy

noun

/lɪˈdʒɪtɪməsi/

Meaning

the quality of being accepted as right, proper, or lawful

The legitimacy of the election was questioned by observers.

legitimacy crisis

validity, legality, authenticity, credibility

illegitimacy, invalidity, unlawfulness

political legitimacy, legitimacy of power, social legitimacy

the leader or head of a meeting, committee, or organization

A person employed in an office or bank to keep records, accounts, and undertake other routine admini...

The state or quality of being holy, sacred, or inviolable.

A feeling of excitement, happiness, or elation.

Hatred of, contempt for, or prejudice against women.

The path or direction of movement of an object or progress.