What does lawfulness mean?
Lawfulness means Property of being lawful, of obeying the law..
Lawfulness
Pronunciation varies by accent · noun
Meaning
Property of being lawful, of obeying the law..
Definitions by Sense
- Property of being lawful, of obeying the law.
- Property of operating in a manner organized by certain laws, such as laws of nature.
Example Sentences
His extreme lawfulness made him righteous, but did it make him merciful?
The process of psychotherapy […] is a unique and dynamic experience, different for each individual, yet exhibiting a lawfulness and order which is astonishing in its generality.
Synonyms for lawfulness
Antonyms for lawfulness
Related Words
Word Forms
- lawfulnesses
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for lawfulness?
The closest synonym depends on the sentence and intended sense.
What is the opposite of lawfulness?
Possible antonyms include legalness, lawfulness, legality, unlawfulness.
How do you use lawfulness in a sentence?
His extreme lawfulness made him righteous, but did it make him merciful?
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