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tortious

/ˈtɔːr.ʃəs/

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adjective

/ˈtɔːr.ʃəs/C2formallegal
  • ruОтносящийся к гражданскому правонарушению (деликту), которое причиняет вред или убыток, и за которое может быть предусмотрена судебная защита.

Relating to a civil wrong (tort) that causes harm or loss, for which a legal remedy may be sought.

  1. Relating to a tortC2formallegal

    Of or pertaining to the nature of a tort; constituting a civil wrong for which a remedy may be sought.

    ruДеликтный

    • The court found the defendant's actions to be tortious in nature.
    • Tortious interference with a contract can lead to liability.
    • The plaintiff alleged tortious conduct by the company.

    Synonymsunlawfulwrongful

Forms
  • more tortious comparative form
  • most tortious superlative form