unconscionability

noun

un·​con·​scio·​na·​bil·​i·​ty ˌən-ˌkän-chə-nə-ˈbi-lə-tē How to pronounce unconscionability (audio)
1
: the state or condition of being unconscionable
the issue of unconscionability is to be decided by the courtJ. D. Calamari and J. M. Perillo
see also procedural unconscionability, substantive unconscionability
2
: a doctrine in contract law: a court may grant relief from or deny enforcement of all or part of a contract if it is found to be unconscionable

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“Unconscionability.” Merriam-Webster.com Legal Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/legal/unconscionability. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

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