How to Pronounce "dispositive"
word
ˌdɪsˈpɑzətɪv
dis-PAH-zuh-tiv
dɪˈspɒzɪtɪv
di-SPOZ-i-tiv
Definition
In law, "dispositive" refers to something that decides or settles an issue or case, such as evidence or a clause that determines the outcome.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌdɪsˈpɑzətɪv
British English
dɪˈspɒzɪtɪv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
dis-PAH-zuh-tiv
UK
di-SPOZ-i-tiv
Listen in Context
The judge considered the dispositive facts before making a decision.
A dispositive clause in the contract specified the payment terms.
The lawyer filed a dispositive motion to end the case quickly.
There was no dispositive evidence to settle the argument.