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- US Pronunciation
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- [lee-guh-liz-uh m]
- /ˈli gəˌlɪz əm/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [lee-guh-liz-uh m]
- /ˈli gəˌlɪz əm/
Definitions of legalisms word
- noun legalisms strict adherence, or the principle of strict adherence, to law or prescription, especially to the letter rather than the spirit. 1
- noun legalisms Theology. the doctrine that salvation is gained through good works. the judging of conduct in terms of adherence to precise laws. 1
- noun legalisms (initial capital letter) (in Chinese philosophy) the principles and practices of a school of political theorists advocating strict legal control over all activities, a system of rewards and punishments uniform for all classes, and an absolute monarchy. 1
- noun legalisms Plural form of legalism. 1
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Origin of legalisms
First appearance:
before 1830 One of the 36% newest English words
First recorded in 1830-40; legal + -ism
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Parts of speech for Legalisms
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
legalisms popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 73% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.
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