Impenetrability
/im-pen-uh-truh-bi-li-tee/
Definitions
- (n.) The quality of a legal barrier or doctrine that prevents access, influence, or understanding within a legal context.
The impenetrability of the statute made it difficult for attorneys to argue their case effectively.
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Impenetrability often refers to the difficulty in interpreting or challenging a legal provision, indicating its complexity or closed nature.
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