Moderation
/ˌmɒdəˈreɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The act of tempering or mitigating a right, duty, or legal effect to achieve fairness or balance.
The court's moderation of contract terms ensured neither party was unfairly disadvantaged.
- (n.) In legal doctrine, the limitation or reduction of damages or penalties to a reasonable level.
The judge applied moderation in awarding damages to prevent excessive punishment.
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Commentary
Moderation often appears in equitable doctrines and in statutory interpretation, emphasizing balanced application rather than rigid adherence to absolute rights.
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