illicitly

[ɪˈlɪsɪtli]

illicitly Definition

in a way that is not allowed by law, rules, or custom.

Using illicitly: Examples

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  • Example

    He was accused of obtaining the information illicitly.

  • Example

    The company was found to have been operating illicitly for years.

  • Example

    She had been selling drugs illicitly for months before getting caught.

illicitly Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for illicitly

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Summary: illicitly in Brief

The adverb 'illicitly' [ɪˈlɪsɪtli] means doing something in a way that is not allowed by law, rules, or custom. It is often used in legal contexts to describe actions that are illegal or improper. Examples include 'He was accused of obtaining the information illicitly' and 'The company was found to have been operating illicitly for years.'