judicial (C1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /dʒuːˈdɪʃəl/

Definition

Relating to or done by a judge or court of law.

Examples

• The case involved a complex judicial process.

• He was appointed to a judicial position.

• The court's decision was based on judicial precedent.

How to Use judicial

judicial review (collocation)

The power of a court to review the constitutionality of laws or actions of the government. — "The constitutionality of the new law is subject to judicial review."

judicial system (collocation)

The system of courts and judges that interprets and applies the law. — "Reforms are needed to make the judicial system more efficient."

judicial branch (collocation)

The branch of government responsible for interpreting laws. — "The judicial branch is independent of the legislative and executive branches."

Synonyms of judicial

Words with a similar meaning to judicial:

• legal
• court
• forensic
• jurisdictional

Antonyms of judicial

Words with the opposite meaning to judicial:

• legislative
• executive

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