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legalizes

The word “legalizes” has 4 syllables: le-gal-iz-es

It's pronounced as /ˈliːɡəˌlaɪzɪz/

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In the thesaurus, “legalizes” has 34 synonyms and 23 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for legalizes

Antonyms for legalizes

Meanings of legalizes

  • verb
    1. To make legal or permit under law. Either by decriminalising something that has been illegal or by specifically permitting it.

Example Sentences

  • The new law legalizes online sports betting across the country.
  • This bill legalizes the use of electric scooters in urban areas.
  • When a country legalizes a drug, it must also regulate its distribution.
  • The reform legalizes dual citizenship for all residents.
  • The act legalizes previously undocumented housing developments.

On this page you'll find 57 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to legalizes, such as: accepts, accredits, acknowledges, affirms, allows, approbates, approves.

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