Illegal

7 lettersadjectivecommon

Updated February 2026

Definition

Contrary to or forbidden by law, especially criminal law. It describes actions, activities, or situations that violate established legal codes.

“It is illegal to drive without a valid licence and insurance.”

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Double L in middle positions; contains three vowels I-E-A

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Worth 8 points; straightforward word with common letter patterns

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