Illegal
Adjective
UK
/ɪˈliː.ɡəl/
US
/ɪˈliː.ɡəl/
Level: Easy - A1 (Beginner)
Definition
Not allowed by law or rules.
Example
"It is illegal to steal."
"Driving without a seat belt is illegal in many countries."
"The company was fined for illegal dumping of waste into the river."
Explanation
Illegal means not allowed by law or rules. If something is illegal, it means you can be punished for doing it. For example, it’s illegal to drive without a license. It can also mean breaking rules in other places, like in school or sports. Laws are created to keep everyone safe, so when someone does something illegal, it usually causes harm or danger.