ligitimate?

Question

wot does it mean?

Answer 1

Legitimate means "for real" or "truthful/true".

I.e., based on known statements or events or conditions; or, in accordance with recognized or accepted standards or principles.

Answer 2

Legitimate is an adjective which basically says that something conforms to the rules, regulations or guidelines which govern it, whether they be legal or social rules.

An example of a social context: An illegitimate child (more commonly and crudely referred to as a b*stard) is one who is born out of wedlock, breaking traditional religious rules.

....and a legal one: A legitimate reason for carrying a knife would be that you are going fishing.

The word is formed from the Latin word for Law (legge) as is the word Legal, hence the first three letters: Leg-

Answer 3

Legitimate means "show or affirm to be just"
OR
in accordance with recognized or accepted standards or principles; "legitimate advertising practices"
OR
of marriages and offspring; recognized as lawful
OR
based on known statements or events or conditions; "rain was a logical expectation, given the time of year"

Answer 4

Do you mean legitimate? if so the definition is - Conforming to recognized principles or accepted rules and standards. If not i have no idea as i can't find that word anywhere :-(

Answer 5

well, I'm not sure about ligitimate, but legitimate means sincere or honest "the real deal"

Answer 6

Spelled LEGITIMATE!
Basicly means legal and conforming to the rules and laws of the country

Answer 7

Do you want the meaning for the adjective or the verb? In either case, go here:
http://www.merriam-webster.com/cgi-bin/dictionary?va=legitimate

Answer 8

legitimate means legal

Answer 9

the exact opposite of illegitimate!