Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
legal-basis
Noun
/ˈliːɡəl ˈbeɪsɪs/
Definition
The fundamental principle or foundation that supports the legal authority of a ruling, decision, or law.
Examples
- The court’s ruling had a solid legal basis that was grounded in existing laws.
- To understand the policy changes, one must examine the legal basis for the government’s decisions.
Meaning
Legal basis refers to the reason or justification that underpins legal actions or interpretations, providing legitimacy and context to legal matters.
Synonyms
- Legal foundation
- Legal ground
- Legal rationale
