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Definition of illicitness

illicitness

/ɪˈlɪs.ɪt.nəs/
il · lic · it · ness
Adverb:illicitly
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Adjective:illicit
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illicitness Lexical Profile

illicitness Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The state or quality of being forbidden by law, rules, or social custom; unlawfulness or impropriety.

Example

"The sheer illicitness of the underground market made it difficult for economists to measure its true scale."

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• Rhymes for illicitness

• Nearby Words

illiberal
illicit
illicitly
illicitness
illilouette
illimani
illinois

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed from the adjective 'illicit' (from Latin illicitus, meaning 'not allowed' or 'unlawful', from in- 'not' and licitus 'lawful') combined with the native English suffix '-ness'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Illicitness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/illicitness
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