unlawful vs lawful
lawful vs unlawfulunlawful and lawful both are adjectives.
| Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| unlawful | No | Yes | No | No |
| lawful | No | Yes | No | No |
| unlawful (adjective) | lawful (adjective) |
|---|---|
| contrary to or prohibited by or defiant of law | conformable to or allowed by law |
| contrary to or forbidden by law | authorized, sanctioned by, or in accordance with law |
| having no legally established claim | having a legally established claim |
| not morally right or permissible | according to custom or rule or natural law |
| not conforming to legality, moral law, or social convention |
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