Earnestness
/ˈɜːrnɪstnəs/
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- (n.) The quality of being sincere, serious, and determined in legal conduct or representations.
The attorney's earnestness in presenting the case convinced the jury of her client's sincerity.
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Earnestness often underpins the concept of good faith in legal dealings, reflecting the parties' sincere intent without deception.
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