Forensic
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /fəˈɹɛn.zɪk/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Forensic is an adjective meaning Relating to the use of science and technology in the investigation and establishment of facts or evidence in a court of law.
Meaning
Relating to the use of science and technology in the investigation and establishment of facts or evidence in a court of law.
More Meanings
- (informal) Precise, thorough, or highly meticulous, by analogy with a scientific legal investigation.
- Relating to forms of disability associated with criminal risk.
- (dated) Relating to, or appropriate for, courts of law; suitable or adapted to legal argumentation.
- (archaic) Relating to, or used in, debate or argument.
Example Sentences
With forensic precision
A forensic account of history
a forensic learning disability
Mr. Philips’ incredulous sniff was a triumph of forensic skill.
Word Forms
- forensick
Synonyms for forensic
Depending on context, synonyms include Related, rhetorical.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include rhetorical, coroner, statutory, examiner, legal, judiciary.
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