Synonyms for

Adjudicate

Verb / ʌˈdʒu:dɪˌkeɪt / Another word for adjudicate — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to make a formal judgment or decision about a problem or disputed matter

Synonyms & similar words

settle decide try judge resolve judge decide determine settle arbitrate mediate resolve pronounce rule referee hear try examine investigate assess evaluate appraise

Example sentences

  1. The teacher will adjudicate who won the spelling bee contest.
  2. The referee will adjudicate any fouls during the soccer game.
  3. The court will adjudicate the custody battle between the parents.
  4. The panel of judges will adjudicate the singing competition.
  5. The board of directors will adjudicate the proposal and decide whether to approve it.

Quotes

  • Justice delayed is justice denied. But justice hurried is justice buried. Therefore, the urgent need for an independent, impartial and competent judiciary adequately funded to administer justice swiftly and fairly is a sine qua non for a peaceful and stable society.
  • Justice is a certain rectitude of mind whereby a man does what he ought to do in the circumstances confronting him.
  • Justice is not a cloistered virtue: she must be allowed to suffer the scrutiny and respectful, even though outspoken, comments of ordinary men.

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