Synonyms

legit

American

[luh-jit] / ləˈdʒɪt /

adjective

legitimate.
(of a singing voice) trained in a classical or operatic tradition.
having such a singing voice.
being a singer with such a voice.

noun

the legitimate theater or stage.

legit British

/ lɪˈdʒɪt /

adjective

short for legitimate

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noun

legitimate or professionally respectable drama

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Etymology

Origin of legit

First recorded in 1905–10; shortened form

Example Sentences

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It may end up being the best show of 2026, deftly balancing laugh-out-loud comedy and legit creepy horror.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 30, 2026

Plus, the U.S. and Iran move closer to a peace deal, and multitasking is legit.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 13, 2026

“Finding a way” is OK, as long as it’s legit.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 26, 2026

"This is a genuine, legit movie that you can see has had a lot of work and a lot of passion put into it."

From BBC • Feb. 16, 2026

Malcolm and Tagoe are together, legit surprised I answered.

From "They Both Die at the End" by Adam Silvera

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