Indefeasible: meaning, definitions and examples
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indefeasible
[ ɪnˌdiːfəˈziːbəl ]
legal context
Indefeasible refers to something that cannot be annulled or made void. In legal terms, it is often used to describe rights, titles, or interests that are absolute and cannot be defeated or challenged. For example, an indefeasible title to a property means that the ownership cannot be questioned or revoked. It underscores the permanent nature of a legal claim, providing security in transactions. The concept is often invoked in real estate law and property rights.
Synonyms
irrevocable, unassailable, unassailable.
Examples of usage
- She holds an indefeasible title to the land.
- His indefeasible rights to the inheritance were recognized by the court.
Translations
Translations of the word "indefeasible" in other languages:
🇵🇹 inquebrantável
🇮🇳 अडिग
🇩🇪 unabdingbar
🇮🇩 tidak dapat dibatalkan
🇺🇦 незмінний
🇵🇱 nieodwołalny
🇯🇵 不変の
🇫🇷 irrévocable
🇪🇸 irrevocable
🇹🇷 iptal edilemez
🇰🇷 변경할 수 없는
🇸🇦 غير قابل للإلغاء
🇨🇿 neodvolatelný
🇸🇰 neodvolateľný
🇨🇳 不可撤销的
🇸🇮 nepreklicen
🇮🇸 óbreytanlegur
🇰🇿 қайтарылмайтын
🇬🇪 არასაკითხი
🇦🇿 geri qaytarılmaz
🇲🇽 irrevocable
Etymology
The term 'indefeasible' originated in the late Middle English period, derived from the Latin word 'indefeasibilis'. The prefix 'in-' denotes negation, while 'defeasibilis' comes from 'defeasare', which means 'to defeat or annul'. Thus, the word essentially captures the idea of something that cannot be defeated or rendered null. The use of this term has evolved primarily in legal contexts, reflecting its importance in property law and rights. Its first known usage dates back to the 15th century, and it has since become crucial in discussing concepts of property ownership and the stability of legal rights.