Illegitimate
Illegitimate adjective - Not using or following good reasoning.
Usage example: made several illegitimate inferences
Preposterous and illegitimate are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Preposterous" instead an adjective "Illegitimate".
Nearby Words: illegitimacy, illegitimately
Preposterous
Preposterous adjective - Conceived or made without regard for reason or reality.
Illegitimate and preposterous are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Illegitimate" instead an adjective "Preposterous".
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