Contractual

usgb/kənˈtræktʃuəl/
adjective

Related to or involving an agreement between people or organizations.

He has a contractual obligation to complete the work by next week.
Visual representation of "contractual" - Related to or involving an agreement between people or organizations

Often appears as...

  • contractual obligation
  • contractual agreement

Usage tips

Formal

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Common Misuse

Avoid confusing 'contractual' with personal promises; it's strictly for legal agreements.

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He breached our trust, but there was no contractual violation.
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Business Deals

'Contractual' often appears in business settings to discuss jobs, services or products.

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Their contractual deal included the supply of office furniture for a year.
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Emotional Implication

'Contractual' can imply a lack of personal or emotional engagement, just formal commitment.

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Their relationship was purely contractual, without any friendship involved.
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