Smart Definition
Etymology
Pronunciation
legalista
legalist
legal
relating to law
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-ista
person who practices or is concerned with something
Legalista means legalist and can be thought of as legal0 (relating to law0) + -ista1 (person who practices or is concerned with something1), thus referring to a person concerned with legal matters.
noun
  1. legalist
    Someone who adheres strictly to the law or legal principles
    El juez es conocido por ser un legalista estricto. // The judge is known to be a strict legalist.
adjective
  1. legalistic
    Relating to strict adherence to law or legal principles
    Su enfoque legalista a menudo complica las negociaciones. // His legalistic approach often complicates negotiations.