Legit

Legit (adjective / US Slang)

(Also heard as: Totally legit, Legit good, For real)

Definition:

Legit means genuine, trustworthy or impressively good.

Where Legit Comes From:

It is short for “legitimate”, and has been common in American English for a long time.

How People Actually Use Legit:

Used for real or great things: “that’s a legit deal”, “this place is legit”. It can also mean serious or excellent.

Is Legit Rude?

Not rude.

Examples in the Wild:

• “Is this deal legit?”Meaning: Is this a genuine deal?
• “That pizza place is legit.”Meaning: That pizza place is really good.
• “He’s a legit musician.”Meaning: He is a proper musician.

Similar Slang:

Facts, Sick, Fire, Goated

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