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Meaning of jurisdiction
The official power to make decisions or judgments.
Etymology of jurisdiction
The word "jurisdiction" comes from the Latin words "juris" meaning "of law" and "dictio" meaning "declaration" or "saying", which ultimately derive from "dicere" meaning "to say".
Historically, the term has been used in English since the 15th century to refer to the power or authority to administer justice and make legal decisions.
Synonyms
authority
control
power
domain
territory
area
realm
sphere
influence
dominion
sway
rule
governance
administration
management
regulation
supervision
oversight
guidance
direction
command
sovereignty
autonomy
liberty
freedom
prerogative
right
entitlement
claim
title
privilege
mandate
writ
competence
capacity
ability
Definitions
- The official power to make decisions or judgments on legal matters within a certain area.
- * A territory or area within which a particular authority or law is in force.
Usage Examples
- The court has jurisdiction over all cases involving federal law.
- * The local police department has jurisdiction over the entire city.
- * The company has jurisdiction over all its subsidiaries worldwide.
Antonyms
exemption
immunity
exception
exclusion
limitation
restriction
prohibition
ban
taboo
disqualification
disability
incapacity
incompetence
ineptness
inability
powerlessness
weakness
helplessness
subjection
subjugation
surrender
abandonment
relinquishment
waiver