Legal Definitions - express acceptance

Definition: Express acceptance is a type of acceptance in contract law where the offeree explicitly agrees to the terms of an offer, either through words or actions, as authorized or requested by the offeror. This creates a binding contract between the parties.

Example: If a seller offers to sell a car to a buyer for $10,000 and the buyer responds by saying "I accept your offer," this is an example of express acceptance. The buyer has explicitly agreed to the terms of the offer and a binding contract is formed.

Another example of express acceptance is when a buyer signs a contract for the purchase of goods, indicating their agreement to the terms and conditions outlined in the contract.

These examples illustrate how express acceptance requires a clear and explicit agreement to the terms of an offer, either through words or actions.