IPA: /ˈliːɡəl/
KK: /ˈliːgəl/
Definition: Relating to the law or the system of rules that a country or community recognizes as regulating the actions of its members.
Example: It is important to understand your legal rights before signing any contract.
Definition: A term that refers to something that is allowed or permitted by law or rules.
Example: The legal requirements for starting a business can vary by location.
IPA: /ˈliːɡəˌliːz/
KK: /ˈliːɡəˌliːz/
Definition: The specific and often complicated language used in legal documents and discussions, which can be difficult for non-lawyers to understand.
Example: The contract was filled with legalese that confused everyone who read it.
IPA: /ˈliːɡəlaɪz/
KK: /ˈliːɡəlaɪz/
Definition: To make something legal or to allow it by law.
Example: The government decided to legalise the use of cannabis for medical purposes.
IPA: /ˈliːɡəlɪzəm/
KK: /ˈliːɡəlɪzəm/
Definition: A strict and literal following of laws or rules, often to the point of being excessive or rigid.
Example: The company's legalism made it difficult to adapt to new situations.
IPA: /ˈliːɡəlɪst/
KK: /ˈliːɡəlɪst/
Definition: A person who strictly follows laws and legal rules, often emphasizing the importance of legal principles over other considerations.
Example: The legalist argued that the new regulations should be enforced without exception.
IPA: /ˌliːɡəˈlɪstɪk/
KK: /ˈliːgəˌlɪstɪk/
Definition: Relating to strict adherence to the law or legal rules, often focusing on the letter rather than the spirit of the law.
Example: The legalistic approach of the lawyer made the case more complicated than necessary.
IPA: /lɪˈɡælɪstɪkli/
KK: /lɪˈɡælɪstɪkli/
Definition: In a way that strictly follows the law or legal rules, often focusing on the letter of the law rather than its spirit.
Example: The contract was interpreted legalistically, leading to a dispute over its true meaning.
IPA: /lɪˈɡæləti/
KK: /lɪˈɡælɪti/
Definition: The state of being allowed by law or the quality of being lawful.
Example: The legality of the new policy was questioned by several experts.
IPA: /ˌliːɡəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/
KK: /ˌliːɡəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/
Definition: The process of making something legal or allowing it by law.
Example: The legalization of marijuana has been a topic of debate in many countries.
Definition: To make something allowed by law or to officially permit it.
Example: The government decided to legalize the use of cannabis for medical purposes.
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