Adjective
/dó.lo.so/
The term "doloso" is commonly used in legal contexts to describe actions that are done with intent to harm, deceive, or commit fraud. It is characterized by the presence of intention or knowledge that the actions will result in a negative outcome. The word derives from the Latin "dolus," meaning deceit or trickery. "Doloso" is frequently encountered in written legal documents, law textbooks, and court proceedings, but it may also be used in oral discussions among legal professionals.
The lawsuit was filed for a deliberate act that caused significant damages.
El juez consideró que la conducta del acusado era dolosa.
The judge deemed that the defendant's conduct was malicious.
Las pruebas demostraron que el contrato fue firmado de manera dolosa.
The word "doloso" is not commonly found in specific idiomatic expressions, but it often appears in phrases related to legal terminology. Below are a few examples where the term reflects malevolent or fraudulent intent:
"Deliberate act with awareness."
"No se puede justificar un daño doloso."
"A malicious harm cannot be justified."
"La doloza intención cambiará el resultado del juicio."
"The malicious intent will change the outcome of the trial."
"Hacer un negocio doloso es un delito grave."
"Doloso" originates from the Latin word "dolosus," which is derived from "dolus," meaning "deceit" or "fraud." The term evolved through the legal vernacular in Spanish-speaking countries to denote actions that are intentionally harmful.
Synonyms: - Malicioso (malicious) - Fraudulento (fraudulent) - Intencionado (intentional)
Antonyms: - Inocente (innocent) - Desinteresado (disinterested) - Bonachón (good-natured)