Definitions
contrary to or forbidden by law
Word origin
Borrowed from French illicite, from Latin illicitus, from in- (“not”) + licitus (“allowed, permitted”), from licet (“it is allowed”). By surface analysis, il- + licit.
Used in a sentence
“The bigamous marriage, while illicit, was not invalid.”
“Such migrants may violate our laws against illicit entry, but if that's all they do then they are trespassers, not criminals.”
“I only can properly enjoy carol services if I am having an illicit affair with someone in the congregation.”
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Used as a crossword answer1 curated clues
01“Illegal”7 letters
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