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lawful

The word “lawful” has 2 syllables: law-ful

It's pronounced as /ˈlɔː.fəl/

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In the thesaurus, “lawful” has 53 synonyms and 31 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for lawful along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for lawful

Antonyms for lawful

Meanings of lawful

  • noun
    1. A character having a lawful alignment.
  • adjective
    1. Conforming to, or recognised by the laws of society.
    2. 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 84 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to lawful, such as: allowable, authorized, bad, banned, bona fide, canonical, card-carrying.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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