adhesion contract

Definition of "adhesion contract"
  1. A contract where the terms heavily favor one party, often to the disadvantage of the other, implying it was not mutually agreed upon
How to use "adhesion contract" in a sentence
  1. When the company presented an adhesion contract to its new hires, many felt they had little option but to accept.
  2. The contract was so one-sided, it could easily be considered an adhesion contract.
  3. The consumer was stuck in an adhesion contract with her internet provider, unable to negotiate more favorable terms.

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