Jurisprudence: meaning, definitions and examples

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jurisprudence

 

[ ˌdʒʊərɪsˈpruːdəns ]

Context #1

study of law

Jurisprudence is the study and theory of law. It encompasses the principles and philosophy on which laws are based, as well as the interpretation and application of laws in society. Jurisprudence seeks to understand the nature of law, its origins, and its role in shaping society.

Synonyms

law philosophy, legal principles, legal theory

Examples of usage

  • Her expertise in jurisprudence made her a valuable asset to the legal team.
  • His groundbreaking research in jurisprudence revolutionized the field of law.
  • The university offers a course in jurisprudence for students interested in legal theory.

Translations

Translations of the word "jurisprudence" in other languages:

🇵🇹 jurisprudência

🇮🇳 न्यायशास्त्र

🇩🇪 Rechtswissenschaft

🇮🇩 jurisprudensi

🇺🇦 юриспруденція

🇵🇱 jurysprudencja

🇯🇵 法学 (ほうがく)

🇫🇷 jurisprudence

🇪🇸 jurisprudencia

🇹🇷 hukuk bilimi

🇰🇷 법학 (법률학)

🇸🇦 فقه القانون

🇨🇿 jurisprudence

🇸🇰 jurisprudencia

🇨🇳 法学 (fǎxué)

🇸🇮 jurisprudenca

🇮🇸 lögfræði

🇰🇿 құқықтану

🇬🇪 იურისპრუდენცია

🇦🇿 hüquqşünaslıq

🇲🇽 jurisprudencia

Word origin

The term 'jurisprudence' has its roots in Latin, with 'juris' meaning 'law' and 'prudence' meaning 'knowledge'. The concept of jurisprudence dates back to ancient civilizations, where philosophers and scholars debated the nature of law and justice. Over time, jurisprudence has evolved into a formal field of study, encompassing legal theory, philosophy, and the application of laws in society.