contractual

American  

[kuhn-trak-choo-uhl] / kənˈtræk tʃu əl /

adjective

1. of, relating to, or secured by a contract.

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contractual British  

/ kənˈtræktjʊəl /

adjective

1. of the nature of or assured by a contract

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Other Word Forms

• contractually adverb
• noncontractual adjective

Etymology

Origin of contractual

First recorded in 1860–65; from Latin contractu(s) contract + -al ¹

Example Sentences

Alba—a leading aluminum producer in Bahrain—declared force majeure, freeing the company from its contractual liabilities, on March 4 due to the conflict, according to multiple sources.

From Barron's

Earlier this month, the Hammers told the Daily Mail, external they have a "contractual right ensuring West Ham United games take priority during the football season".

From BBC

With inventories running low, a string of Asian petrochemicals companies have declared force majeure, a way of getting out of contractual liabilities.

From The Wall Street Journal

Its authority to act would come from contractual obligations instead of federal statutes or government powers.

From MarketWatch

Net profit was below expectations and shareholders’ fund aligned with views but the beat in contractual service margin supports an overall narrative of building book value, he notes.

From The Wall Street Journal

Related Words

• constitutional
• fair
• juridical
• lawful
• legitimate
• proper
• statutory
• valid