illegally

Word parts

il- + legal + -ly
illegal + legally

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ɪˈliːɡəli/

Adverb

Positive illegally

Comparative more illegally

Superlative most illegally

1. If something is done illegally, it is in a way that is forbidden by law.
   • Antonym: legally

   He received a ticket for illegally parking next to a fire hydrant.

Related words

• illegal