widergesetzlich

illegal; against the law

English translations

  1. 01

    contrary to law

  2. 02

    illegal

  3. 03

    unlawful

Word details

German meaning
Gegen das Gesetz verstoßend; illegal.
English meaning
Unlawful
German example
Das widergesetzliche Handeln des Unternehmens wurde aufgedeckt.
English example
The unlawful actions of the company were revealed.

Example sentences with “widergesetzlich”

  1. Das ist eine widergesetzliche Handlung. (That is an illegal act.)

Frequently asked questions

How does it differ from 'rechtswidrig'?

'Rechtswidrig' is the standard legal term; 'widergesetzlich' is slightly more descriptive.