Licit — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ˈli-sət/ lic·it

Meaning & Definition of Licit

Licit (adjective)

  1. conforming to the requirements of the law, not forbidden by law, permissible

Licit (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. permitted by law

    "law enforcement agencies are demanding stricter regulation of the sale of licit medications that can later be used in the home manufacture of illicit drugs"

    similar: lawful, legal, legit (slang), legitimate
    related: allowable, authorized, noncriminal, permissible, justifiable, warrantable, constitutional, de jure, regulation, statutory, good, innocent, just, proper, right
    opposite: illegal, illegitimate, illicit, lawless, unlawful, wrongful
    near: bad, corrupt, evil, immoral, iniquitous, reprobate, sinful, wicked, wrong, banned, criminal, forbidden, guilty, impermissible, outlawed, prohibited, unauthorized, unjust, under-the-counter, under-the-table, nonconstitutional, unconstitutional

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Licit

The most common words with a similar meaning to Licit:

Slang: legit
lawful, legal, legitimate

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Licit

Words with the opposite meaning of Licit:

illegal, illegitimate, illicit, lawless, unlawful, wrongful

Related Words for Licit

allowable, authorized, noncriminal, permissible, justifiable, warrantable, constitutional, de jure, regulation, statutory, good, innocent, just, proper, right

Near Antonyms of Licit

bad, corrupt, evil, immoral, iniquitous, reprobate, sinful, wicked, wrong, banned, criminal, forbidden, guilty, impermissible, outlawed, prohibited, unauthorized, unjust, under-the-counter, under-the-table, nonconstitutional, unconstitutional

Word Forms of Licit

Derived words: licitly (adverb)

Origin & Etymology of Licit

Middle French licite, from Latin licitus, from past participle of licēre to be permitted license

First known use: 15th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Licit

What does "Licit" mean?

"Licit" means conforming to the requirements of the law, not forbidden by law, permissible. As an adjective, it is defined as: conforming to the requirements of the law, not forbidden by law, permissible.

What is another word for "Licit"?

Other words for "Licit" include lawful, legal, legit and legitimate. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Licit" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Licit"?

There are 19 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Licit". Common alternatives include lawful, legal, legit and legitimate.

What is the opposite of "Licit"?

Antonyms of "Licit" include illegal, illegitimate, illicit, lawless, unlawful and wrongful. Near antonyms include bad, corrupt, evil and immoral.

How do you use "Licit" in a sentence?

Examples of "Licit" in a sentence: "law enforcement agencies are demanding stricter regulation of the sale of licit medications that can later be used in the home manufacture of illicit drugs".

Is "Licit" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Licit" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Licit"?

"Licit" is pronounced /ˈli-sət/ and divided into syllables as lic·it.

What is the origin of the word "Licit"?

"Licit" comes from Middle French licite, from Latin licitus, from past participle of licēre to be permitted license. First known use: 15th century.