Collocations with "legitimate"

16 collocations found

legitimate criticism

criticism that is reasonable and acceptable

criticism7.5
excuse7.5
legitimate heir

the person who is the true and lawful heir

heir7.5
legitimate concern

a reasonable and acceptable worry

concern7.3
legitimate tactic

an acceptable or legal method

tactic7.2
legitimate demand

A demand that is considered fair and lawful.

demand7.0
complaint6.9
legitimate dissent

Disagreement that is considered valid, lawful, or reasonable.

dissent6.8
legitimate grievance

A complaint that is reasonable and justified.

grievance6.8
fear6.7
legitimate expenses

costs that are genuine and reasonable

expense6.5
legitimate request

a request that is considered fair and lawful

request6.5
legitimate self-defence

The act of using force that is legally acceptable to protect oneself.

self-defence6.5
contender6.2
legitimate means

a method that is acceptable or allowed

means6.1
legitimate ruler

a ruler who is recognized by law or convention as rightful

ruler5.0