How Do You Spell JUDICIAL?

Pronunciation: [d͡ʒuːdˈɪʃə͡l] (IPA)

The word "judicial" is spelled /dʒuːˈdɪʃ(ə)l/ according to the International Phonetic Alphabet. The first sound represented by /dʒuː/ is pronounced as "joo," the second sound /ˈdɪʃ/ is pronounced as "dish," and the final sound /l/ is pronounced as "l." The word refers to the judiciary or the branch of government responsible for interpreting laws and administering justice. Ensuring correct spelling of this word is crucial, especially in legal or academic writing, to convey a professional and competent image.

JUDICIAL Meaning and Definition

1. The term "judicial" refers to matters or activities involving or related to the judiciary, which is the branch of government responsible for the administration of justice and the interpretation and application of laws. It encompasses the processes, functions, and powers of the courts to hear and determine legal issues, disputes, or cases that arise between individuals, organizations, or the government.

   In a broader sense, "judicial" pertains to the exercise of discretion and impartial decision-making by judges or justices in the application and enforcement of laws. It signifies the essence of fairness, correctness, and adherence to legal principles and procedures in resolving conflicts and making legal determinations.

   The concept of "judicial" includes a range of activities such as conducting hearings and trials, evaluating evidence, listening to arguments from lawyers or litigants, rendering decisions or judgments based on the applicable laws, and ensuring constitutional rights are protected. It also entails the power to interpret statutes, regulations, or constitutional provisions, thus influencing the development and evolution of legal principles and doctrines.

   Additionally, "judicial" can also refer to the quality or character of a legal or court-related process, such as "judicial review," which is the power of a court to review and rule on the constitutionality of legislative or executive actions. It underscores the role of the judiciary as a vital and independent branch of government that safeguards the rule of law and protects the rights and liberties of citizens.

2. Pert. to courts of justice, or to a judge; proceeding from a court of justice.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Top Common Misspellings for JUDICIAL *

• judical 83.7988826%
• judicail 3.9106145%
• juditial 3.3519553%
• jusicial 1.6759776%
• judcial 1.1173184%
• judicials 1.1173184%
• jurdicial 1.1173184%
• jusdicial 1.1173184%
• judidial 0.5586592%

* The statistics data for these misspellings percentages are collected from over 15,411,110 spell check sessions on www.spellchecker.net from Jan 2010 - Jun 2012.

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Etymology of JUDICIAL

The word "judicial" comes from the Latin word "judicialis", which is derived from the Latin word "judex" meaning "judge". The term "judex" is formed from the combination of "jus" meaning "law" and "dex" meaning "one who pronounces". Over time, "judicialis" came to be used in English, retaining its original sense related to the administration of justice or the courts.

Similar spelling words for JUDICIAL

• "Judicial,
• giudicelli,
• pre-judicial,
• politico-judicial,
• Extra-judicially,
• pre-judicially,
• judaical,
• extra-judicial,
• judically,
• quasi-judicial,
• judicially,
• non-judicial.