Willing
/ˈwɪlɪŋ/
Definitions
- (adj.) Having the legal capacity or intent to consent or agree to an act or contract without coercion.
The party must be willing to enter into the agreement for it to be valid.
- (adj.) Ready or prepared to accept a legal obligation or duty.
The defendant was willing to comply with the court's order.
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Commentary
Often used to establish that consent or agreement is given freely, a key element in contract formation and validity.
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