What is another word for de jure?
Pronunciation: [de͡ɪd͡ʒˈʊ͡əɹi] (IPA) 
De jure refers to something that is recognized by law or officially recognized. Synonyms for this term include lawful, legal, legitimate, authorized, formal, official, constitutional, and actual. These words can be used interchangeably with the term de jure, depending on the context. For example, you can say that a certain law is de jure, or you can say that the same law is lawful, legal, or legitimate. Similarly, you can describe an official document as being de jure, or you can use words like formal, authorized, or constitutional to convey the same meaning. Regardless of which term you use, they all indicate something that is recognized by law or officially recognized.
