unlawfulness

Definitions

The quality or state of being contrary to or forbidden by law.

The condition of being illegal or illegitimate.

Examples

The judge emphasized the inherent unlawfulness of the defendant's actions during the trial.

Many citizens protested against the perceived unlawfulness of the new government decree.

The report provided extensive evidence regarding the unlawfulness of the company's financial practices.

Synonyms

illegality illegitimacy criminality illicitness lawlessness wrongdoing misconduct

Antonyms

legality lawfulness legitimacy validity constitutionality rightfulness compliance