形容词

1. 合法的；法律允许的；法定的
If an activity, organization, or product is lawful, it is allowed by law.

1. conformable to or allowed by law

e.g. lawful methods of dissent

2. authorized, sanctioned by, or in accordance with law

e.g. a legitimate government

Synonym: legitimatelicit

3. having a legally established claim

e.g. the legitimate heir
the true and lawful king

Synonym: true(a)rightful(a)

4. according to custom or rule or natural law

Synonym: rule-governed