What is another word for codicils?

Pronunciation: [kˈɒdɪsˌɪlz] (IPA)

Codicils are a written amendment or supplement to a will. Synonyms for this word could include: addendum, appendix, attachment, rider, supplement, postscript, afterthought, modification, revision, alteration, change, amendment, or update. Regardless of the specific term used, all of these synonyms refer to a written document that is added to an existing legal document, whether it be a will or another type of contract. The purpose of a codicil is to make changes to the original document, which may be necessary due to changing circumstances or new information that has come to light. The synonyms for codicil are helpful for legal professionals and laypeople alike, as they provide a variety of options for referring to this important legal instrument.

What are the hypernyms for Codicils?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Codicils

Also that his Memoirs would be composed of six volumes in octavo with a seventh supplementary volume containing codicils.
"The Memoires of Casanova, Complete The Rare Unabridged London Edition Of 1894, plus An Unpublished Chapter of History, By Arthur Symons"
Jacques Casanova de Seingalt
But there were many codicils.
"The World's Greatest Books, Vol III"
Arthur Mee and J.A. Hammerton, Eds.
His comments upon her, as she is revealed by the will and its codicils, are as follows, vol.
"Witchcraft of New England Explained by Modern Spiritualism"
Allen Putnam

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