Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
estoppel
Noun
/ɪˈstɒpəl/
Definition
A legal principle that prevents someone from arguing something contrary to a claim they have previously made or supported.
Examples
- The doctrine of estoppel prevented him from claiming that he had not agreed to the contract.
- Due to estoppel, the landlord was unable to evict the tenant after accepting late rent payments for several months.
Meaning
Estoppel is used to ensure fairness by preventing people from going back on their word or denying facts they previously acknowledged.
Synonyms
- Preclusion
- Bar
- Impediment
