adjective
juridical
joo-RID-ih-kul/dʒʊˈrɪdɪkl/
Relating to law or the administration of justice.
The judge and lawyer take part in a formal juridical proceeding.
Etymology
“Law” and “speaking” combine in the idea of declaring the law. This connects the adjective not merely with rules, but with courts and the administration of justice.
In context
it has juridical implications that are much softer than those of a traditional guideline or a law or zoning or what-have-you
More examples
- The court examines the juridical status of the organization.
- She studies the juridical principles behind property rights.
- These reforms reshape the country's juridical system.
Forms
juridically adverb — With respect to law or justice.