ex facie
The term "ex facie" is a Latin phrase often used in legal contexts to describe something that appears valid or correct at first glance.
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Definition
C2Legal
(formal, technical)Appearing valid or correct based on the initial examination.
Example
- The contract was ex facie valid, but further investigation revealed several hidden clauses.
- An ex facie case of negligence was presented, requiring deeper scrutiny.
C1General
(formal)Seemingly true or valid based on the surface appearance.
Example
- The argument was ex facie convincing, but deeper analysis showed flaws.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "ex facie":
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