Hypertechnicality
/ˌhaɪpərˌtɛknɪˈkælɪti/
Definitions
- (n.) The excessive or undue emphasis on minor procedural or technical details in legal matters, often used to derail or complicate proceedings.
The judge warned against hypertechnicality that could obstruct the fair administration of justice.
Forms
- hypertechnicalities
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Commentary
Use with caution as hypertechnicality often carries a negative connotation implying obstructive or unnecessary complexity.
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