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How do you spell Legitimate?

Correct spelling

legitimate

LEGITIM + ATE. Think: legit.

Why is legitimate spelled this way?

From Latin legitimus, lawful. LEX (law). Something legitimate conforms to law or rules — standing on solid legal or logical ground.

Common misspellings of legitimate

legitmatelegitimetlegitamitelagitimate

Example

Is this a legitimate business?

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell legitimate?+
The correct spelling is "legitimate". LEGITIM + ATE. Think: legit.
Is it legitmate or legitimate?+
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