demurral

• Nom désignant une objection formelle ou une hésitation, notamment dans un contexte juridique où il s'agit d'une exception soulevée contre les arguments de la partie adverse.

A noun referring to a formal objection or hesitation, especially in a legal context where it denotes an objection to an opponent's pleadings.

1. Formal legal objectionC2formallegal

   A formal objection to an opponent's pleadings in a legal case, asserting that even if the facts are true, they are insufficient to require a response or proceed.

   Exception dilatoire

   • The defense filed a demurral to the plaintiff's complaint.
   • The judge overruled the demurral, allowing the case to proceed.
   • A demurral is often used to challenge the legal sufficiency of a claim.

   Synonymesdemurrerexceptionobjection

   Antonymesacceptanceacquiescenceadmissionagreementcomplianceconcessionconsent

2. Expression of hesitation or objectionC2formal

   A show of reluctance, doubt, or objection to something.

   manifestation d'hésitation ou d'objection

   • After some demurral, she agreed to join the committee.
   • His demurral to the proposal was noted by the board.
   • There was no demurral when the plan was presented.

   Synonymesdemurhesitationmisgivingobjectionprotestqualmreluctancescruple

   Antonymesacceptanceagreementapprovalassentconsentendorsementsupport