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Illegal
Cultural Weight![Play](https://cdn-wordup.com/WebsiteImages/DictionaryPics/BlackPlay.svg)
The term often carries a strong negative connotation, suggesting moral wrongdoing beyond legality. ![Slide](https://word-images.cdn-wordup.com/tips/EFCsaatlBazt3Q7zAPKgUfCpKk0.webp)
Media Usage![Play](https://cdn-wordup.com/WebsiteImages/DictionaryPics/BlackPlay.svg)
Frequently used in news reports about crimes or breaches of regulations. ![Slide](https://word-images.cdn-wordup.com/tips/9n6fdKXkC06iUNQSZNFvtxactWU.webp)
Common Confusion![Play](https://cdn-wordup.com/WebsiteImages/DictionaryPics/BlackPlay.svg)
Do not confuse 'illegal' with 'illegible,' which refers to unreadable handwriting or print. ![Slide](https://word-images.cdn-wordup.com/tips/9RZODFf6kKLtApXFmTyiFu1kuRg.webp)