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Results for “licit”

18 matches in the dictionary.

Involved in a wrongful act along with others, even if only by staying silent or looking the other way.

Involvement in wrongdoing alongside someone else, as a partner or accomplice.

Deliberately dishonest, saying one thing while meaning or doing another.

Deliberate deceitfulness, especially by saying different things to different people.

To draw out a response, reaction, or piece of information from someone, often through careful questioning.

Stated clearly and in detail, leaving nothing implied.

In a clear, direct, and unambiguous way.

A state of great happiness or contentment.

Not permitted by law or social convention; forbidden.

Suggested or understood without being directly stated.

In a way that is understood without being stated directly.

Promotional activity intended to attract public attention to something.

The quality of being simple, uncomplicated, or easy to understand.

To ask for or try to obtain something, often persistently or formally.

The act of asking for something, such as money, support, or business.

The act of asking for money, business, or, illegally, for paid sex.

In the UK and similar legal systems, a lawyer who advises clients and handles legal paperwork, as distinct from a barrister who argues cases in court.

Given or sent without being asked for.