Definition

Referring to a legal situation or trial that does not involve a jury.

Example

The case was decided in a juryless trial, where the judge made the final ruling.

Conversation

Did you hear about that juryless trial that happened last week?

Yeah, it seemed really unusual without a jury involved.

I know, right? It makes you wonder how fair the process can be.

Exactly! I prefer the traditional system with a jury.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Juryless → It is formed from "jury" (from Old French *juree*, meaning sworn) and "-less" (meaning without). The word "juryless" means without a jury.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'without' ('-less') a 'sworn group' ('jury') that decides a case.

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