legally

From legal +‎ -ly.

• IPA^(key): /ˈliːɡəli/

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legally (comparative more legally, superlative most legally)

1. As permitted by law; not contrary to law.

   Synonym: lawfully

   You can legally park in the lot on weekends without paying the fee, they won't ticket you.

2. From a legal perspective.

   Legally, I think you are covered, but there are angry guys with baseball bats outside.

• (antonym(s) of “as permitted by law”): illegally