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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

legitimacy

/ˌlɛdʒɪˈtɪməsi/ noun · British & US
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What does legitimacy mean?

noun

The quality of being legitimate; the state of being recognized as valid or rightful. Legitimacy can also refer to the authority or power to make decisions or take actions.

Example

"The new government's legitimacy was questioned by many due to its controversial election."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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