Egregious
/ɪˈɡriːdʒəs/
Definitions
- (adj.) Conspicuously bad, flagrant, or remarkably offensive, especially in violation of law or ethical standards.
The defendant's egregious breach of contract led to substantial damages.
Forms
- egregious
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Commentary
Commonly used to emphasize the severity of a violation or misconduct in legal contexts, highlighting conduct that is clearly wrong or unacceptable.
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