CEFR C1

legitimation

noun

Meaning

The process of making something or someone legally or officially acceptable or valid.

The company sought legitimation for its new product through rigorous testing and certification.
The king's claim to the throne required the legitimation of the church.

Synonyms: endorsement, ratification, authorization, sanction

noun

Pronunciation: /ləˈdʒɪtɪmeɪʃən/

The process of making something or someone legally or officially acceptable or valid.

The company sought legitimation for its new product through rigorous testing and certification.
The king's claim to the throne required the legitimation of the church.
Public opinion played a key role in the legitimation of the new regime.

legitimation of (prepositional phrase): The act of making something or someone valid or acceptable, specifically concerning a particular thing or person. — "The committee discussed the legitimation of the new scientific findings."
seek legitimation (collocation): To try to obtain official or legal approval or acceptance. — "The organization decided to seek legitimation from the international community."

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