legalistic

/ (ˌliːɡəˈlɪstɪk) /


adjective
  1. of, relating to, or exhibiting strict adherence to the law, esp to the letter of the law rather than its spirit

Derived forms of legalistic

  • legalistically, adverb

Words Nearby legalistic

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How to use legalistic in a sentence

  • legalistic controversy over missionary methods had previously absorbed so much energy that little was left for missionary work.

    An American Religious Movement | Winfred Ernest Douglas
  • Still he had risen to great heights of oratory and legalistic reason.

    Children of the Market Place | Edgar Lee Masters