Commensurately
/kəˈmɛnʃərətli/
Definitions
- (adv.) In a manner corresponding in size, extent, or degree to something else, often used to describe proportionality in legal contexts.
The damages awarded were commensurately adjusted to reflect the severity of the breach.
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"Commensurately" is frequently employed in legal drafting to ensure that obligations, remedies, or penalties align fairly and proportionately with the relevant facts or breaches.
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