Illicitly: meaning, definitions and examples
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illicitly
[ ɪˈlɪsɪtli ]
used in a sentence
In a way that is not allowed by law or rules; illegally.
Synonyms
illegally, improperly, unlawfully
Examples of usage
- He obtained the information illicitly by hacking into the company's database.
- The drugs were smuggled illicitly across the border.
formal definition
In a manner disapproved or not sanctioned by custom or law.
Synonyms
dishonestly, improperly, unethically
Examples of usage
- She acquired the painting illicitly, without the consent of the true owner.
Translations
Translations of the word "illicitly" in other languages:
🇵🇹 ilicitamente
🇮🇳 ग़ैरक़ानूनी ढंग से
🇩🇪 illegalerweise
🇮🇩 secara ilegal
🇺🇦 незаконно
🇵🇱 nielegalnie
🇯🇵 不法に (ふほうに)
🇫🇷 illégalement
🇪🇸 ilícitamente
🇹🇷 yasadışı olarak
🇰🇷 불법적으로
🇸🇦 بشكل غير قانوني
🇨🇿 nelegálně
🇸🇰 nelegálne
🇨🇳 非法地
🇸🇮 nezakonito
🇮🇸 ólöglega
🇰🇿 заңсыз
🇬🇪 უკანონოდ
🇦🇿 qanunsuz olaraq
🇲🇽 ilícitamente
Word origin
The word 'illicitly' is derived from the adjective 'illicit', which comes from the Latin word 'illicitus', meaning 'not allowed by law'. The term has been used in English since the 16th century to describe actions that are forbidden, unlawful, or not permitted by rules or regulations.