Meaning of the word adjudge in English

What does adjudge mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

adjudge

US /əˈdʒʌdʒ/

UK /əˈdʒʌdʒ/

to consider or declare to be true or the case

Example:

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The court will adjudge him guilty based on the evidence.

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He was adjudged to be the rightful owner of the property.

Synonym:

deem declare pronounce rule hold

to make a formal judgment or decision about a disputed matter

Example:

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The committee will adjudge the winner of the competition.

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The arbitrator was asked to adjudge the dispute between the two parties.

Synonym:

arbitrate decide determine rule on settle