forréttindi

Forréttindi is an Icelandic term that translates to "foregone conclusion" or "preordained outcome" in English. It refers to a situation where the result is already determined, leaving no room for doubt or alternative possibilities. This concept can be applied in various contexts, including legal proceedings, political negotiations, or even everyday decision-making.

In a legal context, a forréttindi might describe a case where the evidence overwhelmingly points to a specific verdict, making the outcome almost certain before the trial concludes. Similarly, in politics, if a party has a significant majority, the passage of their proposed legislation can be considered a forréttindi. The term implies a lack of genuine suspense or uncertainty regarding the final result.

While "foregone conclusion" is a direct translation, forréttindi often carries a nuance of inevitability, suggesting that the outcome was perhaps even destined or unavoidable from the outset. It highlights a state where the path to the conclusion is so clear that the journey itself becomes secondary to the known destination. The concept is often used to express a sense of certainty or to emphasize the lack of contestation in a particular matter.