illegitimates

[US]/[ɪˈlɛdʒɪmət]/
[UK]/[ɪˈlɛdʒɪmət]/

Translation

n.People who are born outside of marriage.; Illegitimate children (plural).
v.To declare someone illegitimate.; To render something invalid or without legal standing.
adj.Not conforming to accepted standards or rules.

Phrases & Collocations

illegitimate child

illegitimately born

illegitimate heir

illegitimates inheritance

raising illegitimates

disown illegitimates

illegitimate offspring

recognizing illegitimates

illegitimate claim

protecting illegitimates

Example Sentences

the historical records detailed the challenges faced by illegitimates in victorian society.

despite their status as illegitimates, some achieved remarkable success in business.

social prejudice often marginalized illegitimates, limiting their opportunities.

the legal system historically discriminated against illegitimates regarding inheritance.

the novel explored the emotional lives of several illegitimates struggling for acceptance.

he investigated the plight of illegitimates abandoned by their families.

the documentary highlighted the systemic disadvantages faced by illegitimates.

many illegitimates fought to overcome the stigma associated with their birth.

the research examined the long-term outcomes for illegitimates compared to legitimate children.

the debate centered on whether society should offer greater support to illegitimates.

the playwright used the characters of illegitimates to critique societal norms.

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