Feasance

/ˈfiːzəns/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The performance of an act, duty, or obligation.
    The contractor's feasance of the project tasks was timely and complete.

Commentary

Often contrasted with nonfeasance and misfeasance; important in tort and contract law to distinguish proper from improper execution of duties.

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