legitimize
/ləˈdʒɪtəmaɪz/
verb
- To make something legal or acceptable according to rules or laws.
- Many people hope the treaty will legitimize the disputed border.
- The company tried to legitimize its business practices by getting a government license.
- The new law will legitimize same-sex marriage in the country.
- To make something seem reasonable or proper, even if it was not before.
- The study attempted to legitimize the use of alternative medicine.
- By citing expert opinions, she tried to legitimize her controversial argument.
- His apology helped legitimize his actions in the eyes of the public.
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