legitimately

BrE /lɪˈdʒɪtɪmətlɪ/ AmE /lɪˈdʒɪtɪmətlɪ/

adverb en → es

1 BY LAW [adverb] B2

in a way that is allowed by law or rules

legalmente, conforme a la ley

Collocations legitimately claim · legitimately own

  • The company can legitimately claim tax relief.

    La empresa puede reclamar legalmente la deducción fiscal.

2 ETHICALLY [adverb] C1

in a way that is morally right or fair

justamente, de manera ética

Collocations legitimately argue · legitimately question

  • It is legitimate to question the motives of those involved.

    Es justo cuestionar las motivaciones de aquellos involucrados.