additur
|ad-di-tur|
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/ˈædɪtər/
legal increase
Etymology
Etymology Information
'additur' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'additur,' where 'ad-' meant 'toward' and 'dare' meant 'to give.'
Historical Evolution
'additur' has remained largely unchanged from its Latin origins, maintaining its legal context in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to give or add something,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a legal term referring to the power of a trial court to increase the amount of damages awarded by a jury if the court deems the award insufficient.
The judge issued an additur to increase the damages awarded to the plaintiff.
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Last updated: 2025/05/04 10:06