Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
revelia
noun
/rəˈvɛl.i.ə/
Definition
A legal term that refers to the absence of the defendant in a court case, which can result in a judgment against them.
Examples
- The judge ruled in favor of the plaintiff due to the defendant’s revelia.
- Revelia can lead to a default judgment if the defendant fails to respond.
Meaning
In a legal context, revelia occurs when a defendant does not appear in court to defend against a claim.
Synonyms
- default
- absence