illegality
noun/ɪˌliˈɡæləti/
Frequency rank: #17,738 most common English word
Meaning
the state or quality of being against the law; unlawfulness.
Example sentence
The lawyer warned her client about the illegality of signing contracts without proper authorization.
Synonyms & related words
- unlawfulness
- wrongfulness
- criminality
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