Clouded
/ˈklaʊ.dɪd/
Definitions
- (adj.) Having obscured or diminished clarity, especially with respect to legal rights or titles.
The title to the property was clouded by an unresolved lien.
- (v. (past participle)) Past participle of cloud, used when describing something made obscure or doubtful in a legal context.
His judgment was clouded by conflicting evidence.
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Commentary
Often used to describe doubts or defects affecting legal titles or rights, 'clouded' signals issues that complicate clear ownership or authority.
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