contractually
adverb/kənˈtræktʃuəli/
Frequency rank: #17,544 most common English word
Meaning
in a way that is required or binding according to a contract.

Example sentence
Both parties are contractually obligated to complete the project by December.
Synonyms & related words
- legally
- formally
- bindingly
- officially
Practice this word in the quiz
More words in ranks 17,501–17,600
- catharsisa release of strong emotions that brings relief or purification
- cerebellumThe part of the brain at the back of the skull that coordinates movement and balance.
- cohabitationthe state of living together as a couple without being married.
- collapsibleAble to be folded or compressed into a smaller shape for storage or transport.
- congaA Latin dance performed by people in a single-file line, each holding the hips of the person in front.
- contraventionthe action of violating a law, treaty, or other rule.
- copiera machine that makes copies of documents by photocopying them.
- corticosteroidsSteroid hormones produced by the adrenal cortex, or synthetic versions used as anti-inflammatory drugs.
- creameryA place where milk and cream are processed and dairy products such as butter and cheese are made or sold.
- cytokineA small protein secreted by cells that regulates immune responses and cell signaling.