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adjudicate

 

[ əˈdʒuːdɪkeɪt ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

legal proceedings

To make a formal judgment or decision about a problem or dispute after considering all the evidence and arguments. Adjudicating involves weighing the facts and applying the law to reach a conclusion.

Synonyms

decide, determine, judge.

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Word Description / Examples
adjudicate

Used in the context of legal disputes or formal judgments, typically by an official or authoritative body. It's often applied when describing the action of judges or arbitrators.

  • The committee will adjudicate the claims next week.
  • An external panel was appointed to adjudicate on the dispute.
judge

Often found in legal contexts where an official makes a decision, but it can also be used more broadly to describe forming an opinion or conclusion about something or someone.

  • The judge will deliver the sentence tomorrow.
  • It's not fair to judge someone based on their appearance.
decide

A general term for making any kind of choice or judgment. It can be used in everyday situations, informal contexts, or more serious matters where a final choice needs to be made.

  • I will decide what to wear tomorrow.
  • She decided to take the job offer.
determine

Used when something is figured out as a result of research, investigation, or calculation. It can also mean making a firm decision or conclusion.

  • The jury must determine the facts based on the evidence presented.
  • Scientists are working to determine the cause of the outbreak.

Examples of usage

  • The judge will adjudicate the case based on the evidence presented in court.
  • It is the responsibility of the jury to adjudicate on the guilt or innocence of the defendant.
Context #2 | Verb

competition or contest

To officially decide the winner of a competition or contest. Adjudicating in a competition involves evaluating the performance of participants and awarding scores or rankings.

Synonyms

decide, resolve, settle.

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Word Description / Examples
adjudicate

Used in formal or legal contexts where an official judgment or decision is made by an authority or judge.

  • The judge will adjudicate the dispute between the two parties
  • The panel will adjudicate on the case next week
decide

A general term used in everyday situations when making choices or conclusions. It can be used for both simple and important decisions.

  • I need to decide what to wear to the party
  • They decided to move to a new city
settle

Commonly used in situations involving disputes or conflicts, indicating that an agreement or solution has been reached. It can also describe reaching a state of rest or stability.

  • They settled the argument after hours of discussion
  • After traveling for years, they settled in a small village
resolve

Often used to describe the process of finding a solution to a problem, conflict, or dispute. It emphasizes the act of solving or settling something.

  • They resolved their differences and became friends again
  • The issue was resolved through negotiation

Examples of usage

  • The panel of judges will adjudicate the dance competition and declare the winner.
  • The referee will adjudicate any disputes that arise during the game.

Translations

Translations of the word "adjudicate" in other languages:

🇵🇹 julgar

🇮🇳 निर्णय करना

🇩🇪 entscheiden

🇮🇩 mengadili

🇺🇦 судити

🇵🇱 rozstrzygać

🇯🇵 裁定する (saiteisuru)

🇫🇷 juger

🇪🇸 juzgar

🇹🇷 karar vermek

🇰🇷 판결하다 (panggyeolhada)

🇸🇦 يحكم

🇨🇿 rozhodnout

🇸🇰 rozhodnúť

🇨🇳 裁定 (cáidìng)

🇸🇮 razsoditi

🇮🇸 dæma

🇰🇿 соттау

🇬🇪 გადაწყვეტილება

🇦🇿 mühakimə etmək

🇲🇽 juzgar

Etymology

The word 'adjudicate' comes from the Latin word 'adjudicatus', which is the past participle of 'adjudicare', meaning 'to award or give judgment'. The term has been used in legal contexts for centuries to refer to the process of making a formal decision or judgment. Adjudication plays a crucial role in resolving disputes and determining outcomes in various fields.

See also: adjudge, injudicious, judgable, judgeable, judgement, judges, judging, judgment, judgmental, judgmentally, judicial, judiciary, judicious, judiciously, judiciousness, misjudge, misjudgment, prejudge, prejudgment.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #18,613, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.