legit

B2 · Upper Intermediate Informal · Slang

adj. real and honest, not a fake.

adj. authentic or genuine in nature; not counterfeit or deceptive.

“That is a legit autograph from the singer, not a copy.”

“He managed to find a legit vintage leather jacket at the thrift store for only twenty dollars.”

C1 · Advanced Slang

adj. very good or possessing all the qualities you expect.

adj. possessing high quality or excellence; meeting all expectations of a particular standard.

“The food at that new burger place is legit.”

“Her skills on the guitar are legit, showing years of dedicated practice and natural talent.”

C1 · Advanced Slang

adv. honestly, truly, or seriously.

adv. used as an intensifier to mean 'truly' or 'honestly'; often used to emphasize a surprising fact.

“I legit thought the movie was over before the final scene started.”

“He was legit worried about the exam results, even though he had studied for weeks.”

C2 · Proficiency Uncountable noun Theater Technical · Informal

n. serious or professional theater, rather than movies or variety shows.

n. referring to professional stage plays with live actors, as opposed to cinema or vaudeville.

“She spent years working in the legit before moving to Hollywood.”

“The actor made his name in the legit, performing Shakespearean leads before transitioning to high-budget television dramas.”