Contract Law

Unconscionability

/ un-KON-shuh-nuh-BIL-ih-tee /

Definition

Contract terms so unfair as to be unenforceable.

Used in Context

“The predatory loan terms were struck down for unconscionability.”

Etymology

◈ Latin: conscientia, conscience

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