Synonyms for

Extradition

Verb / ˌekstrʌˈdɪʃʌn / Another word for extradition — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Extradition is the act of sending a person who has been accused of a crime to another state or country where the crime was committed, so that the person can be tried in a court of law.

Synonyms & similar words

surrender deportation handover delivery extradite expulsion expatriation repatriation transference transfer removal relocation banishment expulsion deportment ejection removal ouster dismissal displacement

Synonyms by register

Formal

surrender handover deportation

Antonyms

release liberation freedom acquittal exemption amnesty

Common collocations

  • extradition treaty
  • extradition request
  • extradition proceedings
  • extradition law
  • extradition hearing
  • extradition agreement
  • extradition process

Word family

noun extradition
verb extradite

Usage note

Extradition refers specifically to the legal process of formally handing over a fugitive from one jurisdiction to another. It is a formal legal term and does not have common informal synonyms.

Example sentences

  1. The United States has signed extradition treaties with many countries.
  2. The judge ordered the extradition of the suspect to France.
  3. The country has a policy of not allowing the extradition of its citizens.
  4. The accused is fighting extradition to the United States.
  5. The extradition process can take a long time.

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  • I have never been afraid to stand up to the leadership on issues where we disagree. If you chose to keep Cambridge Labour, then I can continue to press the Government for the things that matter to you, based on your priorities.
  • I will do everything in my power to ensure that the United States of America keeps its word on the treaties that we have signed, particularly the START treaty and the INF treaty.

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