Definition

Related to the process of making a formal judgment or decision about a dispute or legal case.

Example

The adjudicatory process ensures that all parties receive a fair hearing.

Conversation

Have you heard about the new adjudicatory process they’re implementing at the school?

Yeah, I read something about that; it sounds interesting!

I think it might help resolve disputes more fairly.

Definitely, having a clear adjudicatory framework could improve things.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Adjudicatory is formed from "ad-" (meaning to) and "judicare" (meaning to judge) combined with the suffix "-ory" (meaning relating to or characterized by). The word refers to something that is related to the act of judging or making a decision in a legal context.

Memory Tip

Think of 'to judge' ('judicare') and remember that 'adjudicatory' means relating to the act of judging.

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