Lawful
/ˈlɔːfəl/
Definitions
- (adj.) Conforming to, permitted by, or recognized by law.
The contract is lawful and enforceable in court.
- (adj.) Having legal right or justification to act in a particular way.
They made a lawful claim to the property.
Forms
- lawfully
- lawfulness
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Commentary
Use 'lawful' to emphasize compliance with the law, distinct from merely 'legal' which can have broader interpretations.
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