Superlatives
/ˈsuːpərlətɪvz/
Definitions
- (n.) Words or phrases expressing the highest degree of a quality, often used in legal language for emphasis or negotiation tactics.
The contract included superlatives like 'best efforts' and 'utmost good faith' to stress the parties' obligations.
Forms
- superlative
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Commentary
In legal drafting, superlatives should be used cautiously as they can sometimes lead to ambiguous or unenforceable obligations if not clearly defined.
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