legit

American  

[luh-jit] / ləˈdʒɪt /

adjective

1. legitimate.

2. (of a singing voice) trained in a classical or operatic tradition.

3. having such a singing voice.

4. being a singer with such a voice.

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noun

1. the legitimate theater or stage.

legit British  

/ lɪˈdʒɪt /

adjective

1. short for legitimate

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noun

1. legitimate or professionally respectable drama

Etymology

Origin of legit

First recorded in 1905–10; shortened form

Example Sentences

Ever since, she’s been hooked, admitting the premium format is “the only legit movie experience that immerses you in the story.”

From Los Angeles Times

“It was legit my mum’s but she found it too hot,” Fish responded.

From Los Angeles Times

A buff brick base contains a public school and retail frontages, activating the street and helping establish the financial district as a legit residential neighborhood.

From Los Angeles Times

It’s the most legit Philadelphia hoagie — I’m from Philly — and it brings me joy.

From Los Angeles Times

“I’m a pretty religious Amazon shopper. I knew if it was coming directly from Amazon it would be legit,” Picciotti said.

From The Wall Street Journal