ALL meanings of legalistic
le·gal·ism
L l - adjective legalistic relating to the law 1
- noun legalistic strict adherence, or the principle of strict adherence, to law or prescription, especially to the letter rather than the spirit. 1
- noun legalistic Theology. the doctrine that salvation is gained through good works. the judging of conduct in terms of adherence to precise laws. 1
- noun legalistic (initial capital letter) (in Chinese philosophy) the principles and practices of a school of political theorists advocating strict legal control over all activities, a system of rewards and punishments uniform for all classes, and an absolute monarchy. 1
- noun legalistic Of a person, following the letter of the law. 1
- adjective legalistic If you say that someone's language or ideas are legalistic, you are criticizing them for paying too much attention to legal details. 0
- adjective legalistic of, relating to, or exhibiting strict adherence to the law, esp to the letter of the law rather than its spirit 0