unforfeitable
Definition
Adjective: * Not subject to forfeiture; incapable of being forfeited or lost. This describes a right, privilege, or asset that is guaranteed and cannot be taken away as a penalty or consequence.
Usage
The word "unforfeitable" is a formal and legal term. It is primarily used to describe rights, benefits, or claims that are protected and cannot be forfeited under any circumstances stipulated by law or contract. * It modifies a noun to indicate that noun's permanent and secure status. * It is often used in legal documents, contracts, and discussions about pensions, insurance, and employee benefits.
Examples
- The court ruled that the pension benefits were unforfeitable upon the employee's retirement.
- Certain constitutional rights are considered unforfeitable, even if a citizen is convicted of a crime.
- The contract includes an unforfeitable clause ensuring the down payment is retained by the seller if the buyer withdraws.
Advanced Usage
- "Vested and unforfeitable": A common pairing in benefit law, meaning the right has been earned and is now secure and cannot be lost.
- After ten years of service, her retirement account became fully vested and unforfeitable.
Variants and Related Words
- Forfeitable (adj): Capable of being forfeited or lost as a penalty.
- The bonus is forfeitable if the employee leaves before the year ends.
- Forfeit (verb/noun): To lose or give up as a penalty; the thing that is lost.
- Nonforfeitable: A synonym with identical meaning to "unforfeitable," often used interchangeably.
Synonyms
- Inalienable
- Nonforfeitable
- Imprescriptible (in legal contexts)
- Guaranteed
Antonyms
- Forfeitable
- Revocable
- Conditional
Adjective
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not subject to forfeiture
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an unforfeitable right
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