Illicitly
/ɪˈlɪsɪtli/
Definitions
- (adv.) In a manner that is unlawful or forbidden by law.
The documents were obtained illicitly and thus were inadmissible in court.
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Commentary
Used as an adverb to describe actions done in violation of law or regulation; commonly appears in contexts involving evidence, contracts, or property rights obtained unlawfully.
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