illicit

Illicit vs Immoral - What's the difference?

As adjectives the difference between illicit and immoral

is that illicit is (legal) not approved by law, but not invalid while immoral is not moral; inconsistent with rectitude, purity, or good morals; contrary to conscience or the divine law.

Underhanded vs Illicit - What's the difference?

underhanded | illicit |

As adjectives the difference between underhanded and illicit

is that underhanded is done by moving the hand (and arm) from below while illicit is (legal) not approved by law, but not invalid.

Legitimate vs Illicit - What's the difference?

legitimate | illicit |

As adjectives the difference between legitimate and illicit

is that legitimate is in accordance with the law or established legal forms and requirements; lawful while illicit is not approved by law, but not invalid.

As a verb legitimate

is to make legitimate, lawful, or valid; especially, to put in the position or state of a legitimate person before the law, by legal means.

Illicit vs Complicit - What's the difference?

illicit | complicit |

As adjectives the difference between illicit and complicit

is that illicit is not approved by law, but not invalid while complicit is associated with or participating in an activity, especially one of a questionable nature.