What does judiciary mean?
Judiciary means The collective body of judges, justices, etc..
Judiciary
/ˌd͡ʒuːˈdɪʃəɹi/ · noun
Meaning
The collective body of judges, justices, etc..
Definitions by Sense
- The collective body of judges, justices, etc.
- The court system, inclusive of clerical staff, etc.
- Judicial.
Example Sentences
Compared with most Latin American courts, on paper the Argentine judiciary is among the most insulated high courts in the region.
Ruling in the immunity case, Chief Justice John Roberts seemed to serenely arrogate to the Court an immense power to determine whether the president might ever face criminal consequence without worrying whether the emboldening of a rampaging executive might at some point place the authority of the judiciary in danger.
Synonyms for judiciary
Antonyms for judiciary
Related Words
Word Forms
- judiciaries
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for judiciary?
Common synonyms include judicature, justiciary, the judicial branch, bench.
What is the opposite of judiciary?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use judiciary in a sentence?
Compared with most Latin American courts, on paper the Argentine judiciary is among the most insulated high courts in the region.
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