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- DictionaryLaw·ful/ˈlôfəl/
adjective
- 1. conforming to, permitted by, or recognized by law or rules: "it is an offense to carry a weapon in public without lawful authority"
Learn the meaning of lawful, a word that describes something being in accordance with law or authorized by law. See synonyms, examples, word history, and related entries for lawful.
Lawful means allowed by the law or legal. Learn how to use this formal adjective in different contexts and see synonyms and translations.
Lawful means allowed or permitted by law; not contrary to law. See synonyms, word history, and example sentences of lawful from Dictionary.com.
Lawful means allowed, recognized, or sanctioned by law. It can also mean lawful, legitimate, or rightful. See synonyms, antonyms, and usage examples from various sources.
Lawful means allowed by the law or legal. Learn how to use this word in different contexts, see examples and compare it with legal, and find translations in other languages.
Definitions of lawful. adjective. conformable to or allowed by law. “ lawful methods of dissent” synonyms: law-abiding, observant. (of individuals) adhering strictly to laws and rules and customs. legal. established by or founded upon law or official or accepted rules. square, straight. characterized by honesty and fairness. see more. adjective.
1 day ago · Lawful means allowed, recognized, or sanctioned by law; legal. Find out the word frequency, pronunciation, collocations, and grammar of lawful in British and American English, and see examples of its usage in sentences.
