Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mauvaise-foi
Noun
/moˈvɛz fwa/
Definition
Bad faith; a term used to describe deception or dishonesty in a situation where one party is expected to act in good faith.
Examples
- She acted in mauvaise-foi during the contract negotiations, hiding critical information from her partner.
- The judge ruled that his mauvaise-foi was evident, affecting the outcome of the trial.
Meaning
Mauvaise-foi is often used to indicate a lack of sincerity or a refusal to acknowledge the truth, particularly in negotiations or agreements.
Synonyms
- Deception
- Dishonesty
- Insincerity
- Fraudulence
