Legit
What it means
Informally recognized as genuine, valid, or impressively competent.
Reach for it when offering casual approval of authenticity or real quality
The tiny workshop is legit; every repair comes with a clear guarantee.
Words to choose between 7
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playful
the real deal
Fits when enthusiastic slang suits a person with proven ability
Careful The real deal is too colloquial for formal recommendations.
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everyday
Fits when honest, open conduct is what needs reassurance
Careful Aboveboard does not establish skill or product quality.
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everyday
Fits when authenticity is the exact claim
Careful Genuine does not carry legit's casual endorsement of quality.
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warm
Fits when quality alone deserves direct praise
Careful Excellent misses the reassurance that something is real or trustworthy.
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professional
Fits when origin or identity has been verified
Careful Authentic can praise faithfulness without establishing legality.
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professional
Fits when the source or claim deserves belief
Careful Credible does not mean authentic or especially good.
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formal
Fits when valid standing or lawful status needs careful wording
Careful Legitimate sounds more official and less conversational.
Opposites 3
- fake
- bogus
- shady
Common phrases 3
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seems legit
The cooperative seems legit after publishing its audited accounts.
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legit business
Her legit business employs six qualified apprentices.
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legit contender
After three strong races, Niko became a legit contender.
Definitions and examples are written for this site. How words are chosen Recording: Commander Keane, Queensland accent, from Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 Updated