Legally
7 lettersadverbcommonUpdated February 2026
Definition
In a manner conforming to, permitted by, or recognised by law or rules. It indicates that something is done according to legal requirements or in a lawful way.
“All documents must be legally binding and signed by both parties before the contract takes effect.”
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Wordle
Contains L-E-G-A-L-L-Y with double L and Y; the LEGAL root is distinctive
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Scrabble
Worth 11 points; the Y (4 points) and double L add value to this legal term
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