Definition

Relating to a magistrate or having the authority of a magistrate.

Example

The magistratical decision was final and could not be appealed.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new magistratical rules in our town?

Yeah, I read something about them; they seem pretty strict.

I wonder how they'll affect our community events this year.

It might change a lot, especially if we need to follow those magistratical guidelines.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Magistratical → It is formed from "magistratus" (from Latin, meaning a magistrate or official) and the suffix "-ical" (meaning pertaining to). The word "magistratical" refers to something that pertains to a magistrate or official authority.

Memory Tip

Think of a magistrate as an official in charge, and remember that "magistratical" means related to that official role.

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