Part of Speech

Adjective

Pronunciation

/ˌɛkstrəˈdʒɪdɪʃəl/

Definitions

• Referring to actions, decisions, or measures taken outside of or without the formal legal process or judicial authority.
• Describing something that is not authorized by the law or courts, typically used in reference to unlawful actions or punishments.
• Any activity conducted by individuals or organizations that bypasses the judiciary system or legal procedures.

Usage Examples

• Extrajudicial killings are a violation of human rights and international law.
• The government's extrajudicial actions led to widespread protests among civil rights groups.

Etymology

The word "extrajudicial" is derived from the prefix "extra-" meaning "outside" or "beyond," combined with "judicial," referring to anything related to the courts or legal authority. The term was first used in legal contexts in the late 19th century to describe actions taken outside the bounds of the judicial system.

Synonyms

• Unlawful
• Illegal
• Unauthorized
• Extralegal
• Illegitimate

Antonyms

• Judicial
• Legal
• Authorized
• Lawful

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