judicial
UK: dʒuːˈdɪʃ.əl | US: dʒuːˈdɪʃ.əl
adj. relating to courts, judges, or legal judgments
adj. characterized by impartiality or fairness, as in a judicial manner
judicial = judic<judge> + ial<adjective suffix>
- judic: From Latin judex (judge), combining jus (law) + dicere (to declare). Retains the core meaning of legal authority or judgment.
- ial: A suffix forming adjectives, indicating "pertaining to" or "of the nature of."
Etymology Origin:
The word judicial traces back to Latin judicialis, derived from judicium (judgment). It reflects the fusion of jus (law) and dicere (to speak/declare), embodying the idea of "declaring the law." Over time, it evolved in English (14th century) to describe anything related to courts or the administration of justice, emphasizing impartiality as a key trait.
The judicial system ensures fair trials for all citizens.
Her tone was calm and judicial, free from personal bias.
The committee made a judicial decision based on the evidence.
Judicial reforms aim to improve transparency in legal proceedings.
His judicial approach earned him respect as a mediator.