formal 5K

Justice Department

🇬🇧 UK //ˈdʒʌstɪs dɪˈpɑːtmənt// 🇺🇸 US //ˈdʒʌstɪs dɪˈpɑrtmənt//

Meaning of Justice Department

A federal agency responsible for overseeing and enforcing the law.

In simple words: A government department responsible for legal affairs.

Justice Department in a sentence

• The Justice Department announced new regulations to protect consumer rights.
• She works for the Justice Department in civil rights enforcement.
• The Justice Department is investigating allegations of fraud.
• Members of the Justice Department testified before Congress today.
• The Justice Department supports community policing initiatives.

How to use Justice Department

Use 'Justice Department' when referring to the U.S. federal agency. More formal settings; avoid in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun phrase

Memory hint

Think of the 'Justice Department' as a gatekeeper for laws and fairness.

Related words

Collocations with Justice Department

• Justice Department regulations
• Justice Department policies
• Justice Department investigation

Synonyms for Justice Department

• Department of Justice
• legal department
• law enforcement agency

Common mistakes with Justice Department

• 'Justice department' should be capitalized as 'Justice Department'.
• Confusing the Justice Department with local law enforcement agencies.

Frequently asked questions about Justice Department

What does Justice Department mean?

A government department responsible for legal affairs.

What is the definition of Justice Department?

A federal agency responsible for overseeing and enforcing the law.

How do you use Justice Department in a sentence?

The Justice Department announced new regulations to protect consumer rights.

Can you give another example of Justice Department?

She works for the Justice Department in civil rights enforcement.

What are synonyms for Justice Department?

Common alternatives include Department of Justice, legal department, law enforcement agency.

What words go with Justice Department?

It commonly pairs with Justice Department regulations, Justice Department policies, Justice Department investigation.

What are common mistakes when using Justice Department?

'Justice department' should be capitalized as 'Justice Department'. Confusing the Justice Department with local law enforcement agencies.

How do you pronounce Justice Department?

US: //ˈdʒʌstɪs dɪˈpɑrtmənt//, UK: //ˈdʒʌstɪs dɪˈpɑːtmənt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Justice Department formal or informal?

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

When should I use Justice Department?

Use 'Justice Department' when referring to the U.S. federal agency. More formal settings; avoid in casual conversations.