Legitimately

[li'dʒitimitli]

Definition

(adv.) in a lawfully recognized manner; 'let's get married so our child can be born legitimately'.

(adv.) in a manner acceptable to common custom; 'you cannot do this legitimately!'.

Edited by Emily--From WordNet

Definition

(adv.) In a legitimate manner; lawfully; genuinely.

Checker: Sheena