unlawful

Words with a similar base: unlawful

'unlawful'

[improper.s.01] as in: not conforming to legality, moral law, or social convention

Examples:
an unconventional marriage
improper banking practices

'unlawful'

[unlawful.a.02] as in: contrary to or prohibited by or defiant of law

Examples:
unlawful measures
unlawful money
unlawful hunters

'unlawful'

[unlawful.s.02] as in: not morally right or permissible

Examples:
unlawful love

'unlawful'

[unlawful.s.03] as in: having no legally established claim

Examples:
the wrongful heir to the throne

'unlawful'

[illegitimate.s.01] as in: contrary to or forbidden by law

Examples:
an illegitimate seizure of power
illicit trade
an outlaw strike
unlawful measures

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