illegitimately
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/ˌɪləˈdʒɪtəmətli/
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/ˌɪləˈdʒɪtəmətli/
born to parents who are not married
The child was illegitimately born, but he was loved by both parents.
这个孩子是非法出生的,但他被父母都深爱着。
in a way that breaks the rules or laws
He was accused of acting illegitimately to win the election.
他被指控为赢得选举而采取不正当的手段。