CEFR B2

illegality

noun

Meaning

The state or quality of being contrary to the law.

Examples

The report exposed the widespread illegality of the company's financial practices.
He was shocked by the sheer illegality of the contract he had been asked to sign.

Synonyms: wrongdoing, unlawfulness, criminality, illicit nature

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illegality (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌɪl.iˈɡæl.ə.ti/

Definition

The state or quality of being contrary to the law.

Examples

The report exposed the widespread illegality of the company's financial practices.
He was shocked by the sheer illegality of the contract he had been asked to sign.
Authorities are cracking down on the illegality of dumping hazardous waste in the river.

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