illegitimately
US /ˌɪl.ɪˈdʒɪt̬.ə.mət̬.li/
UK /ˌɪl.ɪˈdʒɪt̬.ə.mət̬.li/
1.
ilegítimamente, ilegalmente
in a way that is not allowed by law or rules
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He acquired the property illegitimately.
Adquirió la propiedad ilegítimamente.
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The funds were transferred illegitimately.
Los fondos fueron transferidos ilegítimamente.
2.
ilegítimamente, injustificadamente
in a way that is not in accordance with accepted standards or rules
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His actions were illegitimately motivated by personal gain.
Sus acciones fueron ilegítimamente motivadas por ganancias personales.
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The decision was made illegitimately, without proper consultation.
La decisión se tomó ilegítimamente, sin la consulta adecuada.