Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bad-faith

adjective

/bæd feɪθ/

Definition

The intentional deception or dishonesty in a situation, often used in legal contexts to denote actions that undermine trust or violate the principles of fair dealing.

Examples

The company acted in bad faith by failing to fulfill its contractual obligations.
His bad-faith actions during the negotiation led to a complete breakdown in trust.
They accused the insurance provider of negotiating in bad faith.

Meaning

Bad faith refers to a situation where one party does not act with honesty and sincerity, instead acting with ulterior motives to deceive or manipulate another party.