lawful

• 指得到法律允许或承认的；不违法的。也可指符合规则、道德或宗教戒律的。

Describes something that is allowed or recognized by law; not illegal.

1. Allowed by lawB1formal

   Conforming to or permitted by the law of a country or state.

   合法的

   • The protest was peaceful and entirely lawful.
   • Only lawful citizens are allowed to vote in the election.
   • The court ruled that the contract was lawful.

   同义词allowableauthorizedlegallegitimatelicitpermissible

   反义词criminalillegalillicitunlawful

2. In accordance with rules or natureB2formal

   Following established customs, rules, or the natural order of things.

   合法的

   • The lawful succession of the throne followed ancient traditions.
   • It is a lawful expectation that children respect their parents.
   • The natural cycle of seasons is a lawful process.

   同义词allowableconventionalcustomarylegitimatenaturalnormalorthodoxproperregularrightfulvalid

   反义词abnormalillegalillicitimproperirregularunlawfulunorthodoxwrongful

3. Having a legal rightB2formal

   Possessing a claim or entitlement that is recognized by law.

   有合法权利的

   • She is the lawful owner of the property.
   • The lawful heir inherited the estate after the will was read.
   • Only the lawful guardian can make decisions for the child.

   同义词entitledlegallegitimaterightful

4. Authorized or sanctionedB1formal

   Officially approved or permitted by legal authority.

   合法的

   • The police conducted a lawful search of the premises.
   • The company's activities are all lawful under current regulations.
   • A lawful arrest requires a warrant or probable cause.

   同义词authorizedconstitutionallegallegitimatelicitpermissiblesanctionedstatutoryvalid

   反义词bannedforbiddenillegalillegitimateprohibitedunauthorizedunlawful