estopped

[iˈstäpt]

estopped Definition

prevent or block (someone) from asserting something.

Using estopped: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "estopped" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The defendant is estopped from denying his liability.

• Example

  He was estopped from denying the truth of his statement.

• Example

  The doctrine of estoppel prevents a person from denying the truth of a statement previously made by him.

estopped Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for estopped

• forbid
• prohibit
• preclude

Phrases with estopped

• estoppel by deed

  a legal principle that prevents a person from denying the truth of a statement made in a deed, especially relating to the ownership of property

  Example

  The principle of estoppel by deed applies when a person conveys property to another person by a deed and then later tries to deny that the other person owns the property.

• promissory estoppel

  a legal principle that prevents a person from going back on a promise made to another person if the other person has relied on that promise to their detriment

  Example

  Promissory estoppel applies when a person makes a promise to another person, and the other person relies on that promise to their detriment, such as by incurring expenses or foregoing other opportunities.

• equitable estoppel

  a legal principle that prevents a person from taking a position that is inconsistent with their previous conduct if another person has relied on that conduct to their detriment

  Example

  Equitable estoppel applies when a person takes a position that is inconsistent with their previous conduct, and another person relies on that conduct to their detriment, such as by entering into a contract or making a payment.

Origins of estopped

from Old French 'estopir', meaning 'stop up, cork'

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Summary: estopped in Brief

'Estopped' [iˈstäpt] means to prevent or block someone from asserting something. It is often used in legal contexts, such as 'The defendant is estopped from denying his liability.' 'Estopped' can also be used in phrases like 'estoppel by deed,' 'promissory estoppel,' and 'equitable estoppel,' which refer to specific legal principles.