adjudication

noun

ad·​ju·​di·​ca·​tion ə-ˌjü-di-ˈkā-shən How to pronounce adjudication (audio)
Synonyms of adjudication
1
: the act or process of adjudicating a dispute
The case is under adjudication.
2
a
: a judicial decision or sentence
b
: a decree in bankruptcy

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As part of the Justice Department, the Executive Office for Immigration Review runs some 60 immigration courts and adjudication centers. — Ximena Bustillo, NPR, 4 Sep. 2026 Judge Darren Steele said the state amended a charge of willful, wanton reckless driving – second offense, adjudication of guilt that carried a $1,000 fine. — Ryan Gaydos Outkick, FOXNews.com, 2 Sep. 2026 Changes in adjudication trends, evolving USCIS guidance, and a more sophisticated understanding of what constitutes extraordinary ability have caused many highly qualified professionals to reevaluate which category actually fits their credentials. — Lorraine D'alessio, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2026 Last month, the center began publicizing weekly updates on individuals newly added to its disciplinary database, while also disclosing recent adjudications in its arbitration process. — Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 19 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for adjudication

Word History

Etymology

borrowed from Latin adjūdicātiōn-, adjūdicātiō "act of assignment (by a judge)," from adjūdicāre "to adjudge" + -tiōn-, -tiō, suffix of action nouns

First Known Use

1680, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of adjudication was in 1680

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“Adjudication.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/adjudication. Accessed 7 Sep. 2026.

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