Foreseeability

/ˌfɔrˌsiəˈbɪləti/ noun

Definition

The quality or state of being able to predict or know about something in advance.

Etymology

From 'foresee' + 'ability' (suffix for capability). Modern legal and philosophical term emphasizing predictability and anticipation.

Kelly Says

In law, 'foreseeability' is the key to whether someone is legally responsible—if you couldn't reasonably predict a danger, the law won't punish you for it happening.

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