Synonyms for

Jurisdictions

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

Definition

Jurisdictions refer to a geographical area or a system of authority that has the power to make and enforce laws.

Synonyms & similar words

legalpower jurisdiction territory domain realm province area zone district sector field sphere scope authority power control sway dominion supremacy sovereignty government rule

Synonyms by register

Formal

authority domain province purview competence

Informal

reach scope area territory

Literary

realm demesne dominion

Antonyms

ignorance lawlessness anarchy disorder chaos unruliness

Common collocations

  • exclusive jurisdiction
  • original jurisdiction
  • appellate jurisdiction
  • limited jurisdiction
  • criminal jurisdiction
  • civil jurisdiction
  • jurisdiction of the court
  • overstep jurisdiction

Word family

noun jurisdiction
verb jurisdict
adjective jurisdictional
adverb jurisdictionally

Usage note

Jurisdiction refers to the official power to make legal decisions and judgments. It is often used in legal and governmental contexts.

Example sentences

  1. The jurisdiction of the police department covers the entire city.
  2. The judge's jurisdiction was limited to this case only.
  3. The company's jurisdiction extends to several states.
  4. The federal government has jurisdiction over matters related to national security.
  5. The state's jurisdiction is divided into several counties.

Quotes

  • Justice delayed is justice denied. But for the 99 percent of victims who are not celebrities, justice grinds very slowly. Too slow for their families, for their communities, for America. (Carl Bernstein)
  • The judiciary is the safeguard of liberty and of property under the Constitution. (William Howard Taft)
  • The first duty of society is justice. (Alexander Hamilton)

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