adjudicate — to make an official decision about a problem or disagreement
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to make an official decision about a problem or disagreement
Pronunciation (IPA): /əˈdʒuːdɪkeɪt/
Example Sentences
- The reality TV show needed someone to adjudicate the Great Cookie Baking Disaster of 2023.
- The court will adjudicate whether pineapple truly belongs on pizza.
- An independent panel was appointed to adjudicate the contract dispute.
adjudicate
VERB[/əˈdʒuːdɪkeɪt/]
to make an official decision about a problem or disagreement
The judge will adjudicate the dispute between the two merchants fairly.
First communicate, then negotiate, so judges can adjudicate!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'adjudicare', composed of 'ad-' (to) and 'judicare' (to judge), derived from 'judex' meaning judge. The word entered English in the 16th century through legal terminology.
Breakdown
ad- (to) + judic- (judge, from Latin judex) + -ate (verb suffix) = adjudicate
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📝Examples
“The reality TV show needed someone to adjudicate the Great Cookie Baking Disaster of 2023.”
“The court will adjudicate whether pineapple truly belongs on pizza.”
“An independent panel was appointed to adjudicate the contract dispute.”
“She was asked to adjudicate the talent show because of her expertise in performing arts.”
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