Lawfully: meaning, definitions and examples

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lawfully

[ ˈlɔː.fə.li ]

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legally

In a manner that is permitted by law or that follows the law.

Synonyms

according to the law, by the book, legally

Examples of usage

He acted lawfully when he reported the crime to the police.
The company was operating lawfully within the regulations.
She was allowed to defend herself lawfully in court.

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legal

In accordance with the law; permitted by law.

Synonyms

authorized, legal, permissible

Examples of usage

The contract was considered lawful and binding by the court.
It is important to ensure that your actions are always lawful.
Only lawful residents are eligible for this program.

Translations

Translations of the word "lawfully" in other languages:

🇵🇹 legalmente

🇮🇳 कानूनी रूप से

🇩🇪 gesetzlich

🇮🇩 secara sah

🇺🇦 законно

🇵🇱 legalnie

🇯🇵 合法的に

🇫🇷 légalement

🇪🇸 legalmente

🇹🇷 yasal olarak

🇰🇷 합법적으로

🇸🇦 قانونيًا

🇨🇿 legálně

🇸🇰 legálne

🇨🇳 合法地

🇸🇮 zakonito

🇮🇸 löglega

🇰🇿 заңды түрде

🇬🇪 კანონიერად

🇦🇿 qanuni olaraq

🇲🇽 legalmente

Word origin

The word 'lawfully' is derived from the word 'lawful', which originates from Middle English 'lawful', from Old English 'lagufol', combining 'law' and 'ful' meaning 'full of'. The concept of legality has been a fundamental aspect of human society for centuries, with laws and regulations governing behavior and interactions among individuals. As societies evolved, the notion of acting lawfully became crucial for maintaining order and justice in communities.