Adjudicative: meaning, definitions and examples
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adjudicative
[ ədˈʒuːdɪˌkeɪtɪv ]
legal context
The term 'adjudicative' relates to the process of making a formal judgment or decision about a problem or dispute. It is commonly used in legal settings, where adjudicative bodies, such as courts or tribunals, resolve conflicts according to the law. This term refers to procedures that involve the examination of evidence and argumentation. It can also pertain to any decision-making process that is binding and conclusive.
Synonyms
decisional, judicial, resolutive.
Examples of usage
- The adjudicative hearing took place last week.
- The judge provided adjudicative insights during the trial.
- They sought an adjudicative solution to their dispute.
Translations
Translations of the word "adjudicative" in other languages:
🇵🇹 adjudicativo
🇮🇳 निर्णायक
🇩🇪 entscheidend
🇮🇩 adjudikatif
🇺🇦 адміністратний
🇵🇱 orzeczniczy
🇯🇵 裁定的な
🇫🇷 adjudicatif
🇪🇸 adjudicativo
🇹🇷 yargılayıcı
🇰🇷 판결의
🇸🇦 تحكيمي
🇨🇿 rozhodčí
🇸🇰 rozhodovací
🇨🇳 裁定的
🇸🇮 odločilni
🇮🇸 dómur
🇰🇿 соттық
🇬🇪 შეწყვეტითი
🇦🇿 hakimiyyət
🇲🇽 adjudicativo
Etymology
The term 'adjudicative' is derived from the Latin word 'adjudicare', which means to judge or to decree. It combines 'ad-', meaning 'to', with 'judicare', meaning 'to judge'. The concept of adjudication dates back to ancient legal traditions where disputes were settled by appointed judges or leaders. Over time, the term evolved in English to encompass formal legal processes. The use of 'adjudicative' in contemporary law highlights the importance of structured decision-making in resolving disputes and enforcing laws. This term has expanded beyond traditional courts to include various forms of alternative dispute resolution, such as arbitrations and administrative hearings.