lawful
The word “lawful” has 2 syllables: law-ful
It's pronounced as /ˈlɔː.fəl/
What is synonym and antonym for lawful?
In the thesaurus, “lawful” has 2 synonyms and 9 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for lawful along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for lawful
- legal
- legitimate
Antonyms for lawful
- bad
- criminal
- evil
- illegal
- illegitimate
- illicit
- unlawful
- wrong
- wrongful
Meanings of lawful
- noun
- A character having a lawful alignment.
- adjective
- Conforming to, or recognised by the laws of society.
- Operating according to some law or fundamental principle.
Example Sentences
- It is important to engage in lawful activities to avoid legal trouble.
- The company followed all lawful procedures in its hiring process.
- They were able to claim their inheritance through lawful means.
- The police officer ensured that all searches were lawful under the current regulations.
- Everyone has the right to a lawful trial in a court of law.
On this page you'll find 11 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to lawful, such as: bad, criminal, evil, illegal, illegitimate, illicit, legal.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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