How to Pronounce "legitimizes"
word
ɫɪˈdʒɪtəˌmaɪzɪz
li-JIT-uh-myz-iz
lɪˈdʒɪtəmaɪzɪz
li-JIT-uh-myz-iz
Definition
To make something legal, accepted, or officially approved.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɫɪˈdʒɪtəˌmaɪzɪz
British English
lɪˈdʒɪtəmaɪzɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
li-JIT-uh-myz-iz
UK
li-JIT-uh-myz-iz
Listen in Context
The new law legitimizes free access to public parks.
This decision legitimizes the leader's authority.
The certificate legitimizes your qualification for the job.
When a famous person supports a cause, it often legitimizes it in the public eye.