absolute exclusion

[/ˈæbsəluːt ɪkˈskluːʒən/]
nounpl: absolute exclusions
exclusão absoluta
1. The complete and total removal or prohibition of someone or something from a place, group, or consideration with no exceptions or conditions
The contract contained an absolute exclusion clause that prevented any liability claims.
O contrato continha uma cláusula de exclusão absoluta que impedia qualquer reclamação de responsabilidade.
2. In legal contexts, a provision that completely bars coverage or liability under an insurance policy or agreement
The insurance policy had an absolute exclusion for acts of war.
A apólice de seguro tinha uma exclusão absoluta para atos de guerra.
3. The act of completely barring someone from participation, membership, or access
The absolute exclusion of the defendant from the premises was ordered by the judge.
A exclusão absoluta do réu dos locais foi ordenada pelo juiz.
The term 'absolute exclusion' is primarily used in formal legal, insurance, and business contexts in both English-speaking countries and Brazil. In Brazilian law, it appears frequently in insurance policies (apólices de seguro) and contractual agreements. In the USA, it is a standard legal term that protects companies from liability under specific circumstances. Understanding this term is crucial for anyone reviewing contracts or insurance documents in either country.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
complete exclusiontotal prohibitionoutright bancomplete bartotal exclusion
Antonyms / Antônimos
inclusionadmissionacceptanceconditional inclusionpartial inclusion

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
exclusão absoluta
Most common usage in legal and business contexts
Portugal
exclusão total
Often used interchangeably with 'exclusão absoluta' in Portuguese law
USA Legal
absolute exclusion
Standard term in insurance and contract law

Related Words

exclusion clauseexemptionliability waiverrestrictive covenantprohibition

Related Idioms & Phrases

no ifs, ands, or buts about it
out of the question
not a chance
barred from entry
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