verdict (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈvɜːrdɪkt/

Definition

A formal decision or judgment made by a jury or judge, especially in a court of law, on a matter of fact or guilt.

Examples

• The jury returned a verdict of not guilty after only two hours of discussion.

• The judge will announce the final verdict tomorrow morning.

• The public eagerly awaited the verdict in the high-profile trial.

How to Use verdict

verdict on (prepositional phrase)

An opinion or judgment about something. — "The critics delivered their verdict on the new play."

verdict of (prepositional phrase)

Specifies the nature of the judgment (e.g., guilty, not guilty). — "The jury returned a verdict of not guilty."

Synonyms of verdict

Words with a similar meaning to verdict:

• judgment
• decision
• finding
• sentence

Antonyms of verdict

Words with the opposite meaning to verdict:

• acquittal
• indecision

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