tortious

/tɔːrˈtɪəs/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characterized by a tort; involving a breach of a legal right or a civil wrong

“The company’s tortious behavior led to a lawsuit against them.”

2. noun

a tortious act or action

“The court found the defendant’s tortious conduct to be the primary cause of the damages.”

Synonyms

  • tort
  • unlawful
  • wrongful

Antonyms

  • just
  • lawful