illegally
/ɪˈliːɡəli/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Meaning · English
In a manner contrary to law.
Adverb
Examples
He received a ticket for illegally parking next to a fire hydrant.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “illegally” mean?
In a manner contrary to law.
Is “illegally” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.