Common Good
/ˈkɒmən ɡʊd/
Definitions
- (n.) The collective benefit or interest of a community or society, especially as a guiding principle in law and governance.
The constitution aims to promote the common good by ensuring justice and equality for all citizens.
- (n.) A principle justifying laws or policies that serve the welfare of the general public rather than individual interests.
Regulations on public health are enacted in pursuit of the common good.
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- common good
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Commentary
The term 'common good' emphasizes collective well-being in legal contexts, often invoked to balance private rights against public needs.
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