Illicitly: meaning, definitions and examples

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illicitly

 

[ ɪˈlɪsɪtli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

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.
Context #2 | Adverb

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.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #33,993 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.