pseudolegality

== English == === Alternative forms === pseudo-legality === Etymology === From pseudo- +‎ legality. === Pronunciation === === Noun === pseudolegality (uncountable) The appearance of legality of something that is not actually legal; The use of courts, police, or legal procedures to accomplish pseudolegal results. ==== Usage notes ==== A core concept regarding the difference between legality and pseudolegality is that without rule of law, legality has no sound basis, and thus asserted legality is only pseudolegality.