Legal Definition and Related Resources of Overt
Meaning of Overt
An act is said to be overt when it is done in furtherance of the intention to carry out the same. Frequently the term is used to distinguish the acts complained of from a mere intention to carry out a crime .
Synonyms of Overt
adjective
- apertus
- apparent
- clear
- definite
- disclosed
- distinct
- easily seen
- evident
- explicit
- exposed
- express
- glaring
- in full view
- in plain sight
- manifest
- manifestus
- noticeable
- notorious
- obvious
- open
- ostensible
- palpable
- patent
- perceptible
- perspicuous
- plain
- public
- revealed
- unconcealed
- uncovered
- undisguised
- unhidden
- visible
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Concept of Overt in the context of Real Property
A short definition of Overt: Open, manifest, public; action as distinguished from mere intention.
Concept of Overt in the context of Real Property
A short definition of Overt: Open, manifest, public; action as distinguished from mere intention.
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