legitimize
verb (used with object)
to make legitimate.
legitimise
-
a variation of
legitimize.
Example Sentences
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"Apple is about to do for foldables what it has done for every category it has entered, which is legitimise it for the mainstream," said Francisco Jeronimo at telecommunications analyst group IDC.
From Barron's ● Jul. 22, 2026
These attacks "helped further legitimise him as a leader who is truly capable of bringing about change" according to Kovesdi.
From Barron's ● Apr. 12, 2026
"It would totally legitimise the fragmentation of the internet along national or jurisdictional boundaries," he said.
From BBC ● Jan. 15, 2025
"It's a great thing to have but I need to legitimise myself by winning this fight."
From BBC ● Sep. 19, 2024
This is the sanction invoked to legitimise every adventure in invasion and colonisation.
From The Open Secret of Ireland by T. M. (Thomas Michael) Kettle
