illegitimately
US /ˌɪl.ɪˈdʒɪt̬.ə.mət̬.li/
UK /ˌɪl.ɪˈdʒɪt̬.ə.mət̬.li/
1.
illégitimement, illégalement
in a way that is not allowed by law or rules
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He acquired the property illegitimately.
Il a acquis la propriété illégitimement.
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The funds were transferred illegitimately.
Les fonds ont été transférés illégitimement.
2.
illégitimement, sans justification
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.
Ses actions étaient illégitimement motivées par un gain personnel.
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The decision was made illegitimately, without proper consultation.
La décision a été prise illégitimement, sans consultation appropriée.