Judiciary: meaning, definitions and examples
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judiciary
[ ˌdʒuːˈdɪʃiəri ]
legal system
The judiciary is the system of courts that interprets and applies the law in the name of the state. It is responsible for upholding the rule of law, adjudicating disputes, and ensuring justice is served.
Synonyms
judicial branch, legal system
Examples of usage
- The independence of the judiciary is crucial for a fair justice system.
- The judiciary plays a vital role in maintaining the balance of power in a democracy.
Translations
Translations of the word "judiciary" in other languages:
🇵🇹 judiciário
🇮🇳 न्यायपालिका
🇩🇪 Judikative
🇮🇩 peradilan
🇺🇦 судова влада
🇵🇱 sądownictwo
🇯🇵 司法
🇫🇷 judiciaire
🇪🇸 judicatura
🇹🇷 yargı
🇰🇷 사법부
🇸🇦 القضاء
🇨🇿 soudnictví
🇸🇰 súdna moc
🇨🇳 司法
🇸🇮 sodstvo
🇮🇸 dómskerfi
🇰🇿 сот жүйесі
🇬🇪 სასამართლო სისტემა
🇦🇿 məhkəmə sistemi
🇲🇽 judicatura
Etymology
The word 'judiciary' originates from the Latin word 'judex', meaning 'judge'. The concept of a separate judiciary can be traced back to ancient Rome and has evolved over centuries to become an integral part of modern legal systems worldwide. The independence and impartiality of the judiciary are fundamental principles in ensuring the rule of law and protecting individual rights.
See also: adjudge, adjudicate, injudicious, judgable, judgeable, judgement, judges, judging, judgment, judgmental, judgmentally, judicial, judicious, judiciously, judiciousness, misjudge, misjudgment, prejudge, prejudgment.
Word Frequency Rank
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