What does "Legitimate" mean?

lawful, genuine

Synonym: proper Opposite: illegitimate

"Legitimate" in a sentence

Real example sentences from TV shows and movies.

Totalmente legítimo.

Breaking Bad S2E8

We are going to have a legitimate member of the clergy!

Friends S7E16

WELL, MY COMPLAINT IS LEGITIMATE.

Gilmore Girls S2E4

My impulsive tendencies have no place in my life as a legitimate businessman.

Gossip Girl S3E7

But after what happened... ...there weren't a whole lot of legitimate ways for me to use that skill.

Inception

No, I run a legitimate business.

Modern Family S6E12

this is not a legitimate unity quilt

Parks and Recreation S5E6

Sherlock gone rogue is a legitimate security concern.

Sherlock S4E2

"Legitimate" in TV shows & movies

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