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The sign said the space must be used lawfully.
What does Lawfully mean?
Lawfully means in a way allowed by law.
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In a way that follows the law or official rules.
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The group worked lawfully by following the community rules.
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The civics article explained why public decisions should be made lawfully and fairly.
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Which word is closest in meaning to lawfully?
Lawfully and legally both mean in a way allowed by law.
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Which word is an antonym or strong contrast for lawfully?
Illegally is the opposite because it means not allowed by law.
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WordLawfully.
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MeaningLawfully means in a way allowed by law.
ExampleExample: The sign said the space must be used lawfully.
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- law · fuh · lee
- Strongest beat
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- lee
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Synonyms
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legallyin a way allowed by law
properlyin a correct or accepted way
rightfullywith proper permission or claim
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illegallynot allowed by law
wrongfullynot done in a fair or proper way
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