Puffing Legal Meaning and Definition

Here is a simplified definition of the legal term Puffing.

Puffing (noun)

Puffing is a legal term used to describe the act of making exaggerated or flamboyant statements about a product, service, or property with the intention of making it more attractive or appealing to potential buyers. These statements are not considered false as they generally express subjective opinions rather than verifiable facts. For instance, a car seller might use puffing to describe a used car as the "smoothest ride in town".