lawful
Translation
lawful, legal, legitimate
Examples
They are the lawful owners of the property.
They are the lawful owners of the property.
His actions were completely lawful.
His actions were completely lawful.
Grammar Patterns
((a lawful sth.)) a legal (sth.) This is a lawful business transaction.
((to be lawful)) to be permitted by law His actions were completely lawful.
Similar Words
Synonyms: legal, legitimate, valid; Antonyms: unlawful, illegal
Etymology
From 'law' + the suffix '-ful', meaning 'full of law' or 'conforming to the law'.
Memory Tips
It's simply 'law' + 'ful'. If something is 'full of law', it must be allowed by the law.