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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

legitimation

/ˌlɛdʒɪtɪˈmeɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does legitimation mean?

noun

The act of making something legitimate or the state of being legitimate. The process of giving official approval or recognition to something.

Example

"The court's legitimation of the new law sparked widespread debate among politicians and citizens."

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