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UK/["/dʒuˈdɪʃl/"]/US/["/dʒuˈdɪʃl/"]/

Meaning of Judicial

In simple words: Related to the law or courts.

Judicial in a sentence

  • judicial powers
  • the judicial process/system
  • Greenpeace applied for a judicial review to challenge the court’s decision.
  • The Supreme Court ordered a judicial inquiry into the deaths.

How to use Judicial

Use 'judicial' in contexts concerning legal matters, courts, or justice. Not suitable for casual conversations; best used in formal writing or discussions about law.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'JUSt and decIAl' — both words are connected to justice and law.

Related words

Collocations with Judicial

  • judicial system
  • judicial review
  • judicial proceedings
  • judicial authority
  • judicial action

Synonyms for Judicial

Opposites of Judicial

  • extrajudicial
  • nonjudicial

Common mistakes with Judicial

  • Confused with 'judiciary' — 'judicial' describes things related to courts, while 'judiciary' refers to a system or group of judges.
  • Using 'judicial' too informally — it's a formal term.
  • Incorrectly applying 'judicial' in non-legal contexts.

Compare Judicial with Legal, Judiciary

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Frequently asked questions about Judicial

What does Judicial mean?

Related to the law or courts.

What is the definition of Judicial?

connected with a court, a judge or legal judgement

How do you use Judicial in a sentence?

judicial powers

Can you give another example of Judicial?

the judicial process/system

What are synonyms for Judicial?

Common alternatives include legal, judiciary, court-related, law-related, juridical.

What is the opposite of Judicial?

Opposite meanings include extrajudicial, nonjudicial.

What words go with Judicial?

It commonly pairs with judicial system, judicial review, judicial proceedings, judicial authority, judicial action.

What are common mistakes when using Judicial?

Confused with 'judiciary' — 'judicial' describes things related to courts, while 'judiciary' refers to a system or group of judges. Using 'judicial' too informally — it's a formal term. Incorrectly applying 'judicial' in non-legal contexts.

How do you pronounce Judicial?

US: /["/dʒuˈdɪʃl/"]/, UK: /["/dʒuˈdɪʃl/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Judicial formal or informal?

"Judicial" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Judicial?

Use 'judicial' in contexts concerning legal matters, courts, or justice. Not suitable for casual conversations; best used in formal writing or discussions about law.

What CEFR level is Judicial?

"Judicial" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.