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legalistic

/ˌliːɡəˈlɪstɪk/

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adjective

Légaliste, formaliste

Of a person, following the letter of the law.

Examples :

"The teacher's legalistic interpretation of the school rules meant even minor infractions resulted in strict punishments. "

L'interprétation légaliste des règles scolaires par le professeur signifiait que même les infractions mineures entraînaient des punitions sévères.

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adjective

Formaliste, procédurier

Of a person, tending to resort to the law, as one who sues frequently.

Examples :

"His legalistic tendencies irritated his neighbors, especially since they had to defend themselves against his frivolous suits."

Ses tendances procédurières irritaient ses voisins, surtout parce qu'ils devaient se défendre contre ses procès futiles.

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adjective

Légaliste

Practicing or characterized by legalism.

Examples :

"She was legalistic in her observation of religious rules and traditions."

Elle était légaliste dans son observation des règles et traditions religieuses.

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