Definition of illegitimate

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • illegitimate is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 15
  • illegitimate is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 15
  • illegitimate is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 19

Definition of illegitimate


  • contrary to or forbidden by law (adjective)

    Examples

    1. an illegitimate seizure of power

    Synonyms

    1. illicit
    2. outlaw
    3. outlawed
    4. unlawful
  • the illegitimate offspring of unmarried parents (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. bastard
    2. by-blow
    3. illegitimate child
    4. love child
    5. whoreson
  • of marriages and offspring; not recognized as lawful (adjective)

See definition of illegitimate in Merriam Webster