公序良俗
Meanings
1
public order and morals; social standards; public policy
A legal and social concept referring to the basic standards of decency and order in society. Often used in legal contexts (e.g., contracts violating public policy) and in discussions of social norms.
A contract that violates public order and morals is void.
The advertisement was criticized as being against public decency.
Usage patterns
- 〈事〉が公序良俗に反するfor something to violate public order and morals
This contract clause was ruled invalid because it violated public policy.
- 公序良俗に違反する〈事〉an act or matter that is in violation of public order and morals
The advertisement's wording was judged to be in violation of public order and morals.