
Illegal
Cultural Weight
The term often carries a strong negative connotation, suggesting moral wrongdoing beyond legality.
The CEO's illegal actions led to public outrage.
Media Usage
Frequently used in news reports about crimes or breaches of regulations.
Reports revealed the company's use of illegal labor practices.
Common Confusion
Do not confuse 'illegal' with 'illegible,' which refers to unreadable handwriting or print.
The graffiti contained an illegal message, but it was nearly illegible.