ಅರ್ಥ : In a manner disapproved or not allowed by custom.
ಉದಾಹರಣೆ :
He acted illegitimately when he increased the rent fourfold.
ಸಮಾನಾರ್ಥಕ : illicitly
In a manner acceptable to common custom.
You cannot do this legitimately!.ಅರ್ಥ : Of biological parents not married to each other.
ಉದಾಹರಣೆ :
This child was born illegitimately.
ಸಮಾನಾರ್ಥಕ : out of wedlock
In a lawfully recognized manner.
Let's get married so our child can be born legitimately.