Overbeare
/ˌoʊvərˈbɪər/
Definitions
- (v.) To coerce or impose one's will on another by force or undue influence, negating genuine consent.
The contract was voided because the plaintiff claimed the defendant overbore his will during negotiation.
Forms
- overbears
- overbearing
- overbore
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Commentary
Usage often appears in contexts discussing the validity of consent or agreements where overpowering influence substitutes free will.
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